The Board requested information on how racialized individuals are being encouraged to study library science programs. Ms. Wong, CEO OPL noted the Canadian Urban Library Council is working with universities to understand why there are less racialized individuals studying library sciences.
The Board inquired about benchmarks for the survey results and staff noted that they can reach out to CCDI to inquire.
Staff advised that the response rate was 71% which is equivalent to 92 staff. Staff also clarified that the use of acronyms in the report will be clarified.