Inclusion and diversity are fundamental to who we are at Dentons and integral to our vision and strategy. We know that greater inclusion offers a broader perspective to foster creative ideas to help you achieve your career goals, which enhances our ability to provide our clients with the best possible advice and service. We welcome your unique differences and strive to foster a flexible work environment where you feel safe, supported and free to bring your authentic self to Dentons Canada.

We recently launched our globally Dentons’ Courage Commitment and it rings true as we discuss our commitment to inclusion and diversity. Our Courage Commitment means:

• We embrace hard truths and welcome difficult conversations
• We listen to understand and connect
• We acknowledge and learn from our mistakes and when it is our turn, we speak with passion
• When we value different perspectives and work together, we are better

Over the years, we have implemented pipelines and initiatives to support our people to achieve their very best by delivering an array of inclusion and diversity related programming across Dentons Canada, including:

• Support of our local I&D Networks and regional affinity groups
• Support for anti-racism efforts to combat systemic racism
• Support for the personal and professional development of women, anti-racism efforts and people from other under-represented groups
• Participate and sponsor leading organizations committed to advancing inclusion and diversity in business, the legal profession, and more broadly in our communities
• Partner with clients to advance our shared inclusion and diversity values

Below, we have outlined our programs and resources, which we have invested in to ensure, as a firm, we continue to uphold our unwavering commitment to building an inclusive and diverse workplace in Canada.

Recognition

Dentons named as one of Canada's Top Family-Friendly Employers for the third consecutive year

April 2, 2025

Dentons, Canada’s Global Law Firm, is pleased to once again be recognized among Canada's Top Family-Friendly Employers – an honour that underscores the Firm’s dedication to creating a supportive and inclusive workplace through exceptional family-friendly benefits, including our industry-leading enhanced parental leave policy.

Dentons celebrates 15 years of being one of Canada's Best Diversity Employers

February 25, 2025

Dentons has been recognized as one of Canada's Best Diversity Employers for 2025. The longest tenure achieved by any law firm in the country, this recognition reflects the Firm’s commitment to embracing the power of different experiences and backgrounds to create a vibrant and connected community and best serve our clients.

Dentons named among Canada’s Top Employers for Young People

January 21, 2025

Dentons, Canada’s Global Law Firm, is pleased to be recognized as one of Canada’s Top Employers for Young People for 2025, marking its eighth year on the list.

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News and Events

Recent Press Releases

Dentons named as one of Canada's Top Family-Friendly Employers for the third consecutive year

April 2, 2025

Dentons, Canada’s Global Law Firm, is pleased to once again be recognized among Canada's Top Family-Friendly Employers – an honour that underscores the Firm’s dedication to creating a supportive and inclusive workplace through exceptional family-friendly benefits, including our industry-leading enhanced parental leave policy.

Dentons celebrates 15 years of being one of Canada's Best Diversity Employers

February 25, 2025

Dentons has been recognized as one of Canada's Best Diversity Employers for 2025. The longest tenure achieved by any law firm in the country, this recognition reflects the Firm’s commitment to embracing the power of different experiences and backgrounds to create a vibrant and connected community and best serve our clients.

Dentons named among Canada’s Top Employers for Young People

January 21, 2025

Dentons, Canada’s Global Law Firm, is pleased to be recognized as one of Canada’s Top Employers for Young People for 2025, marking its eighth year on the list.

View all press releases for Inclusion and diversity in Canada