Alberta government to end DEI public sector hiring

Alberta is looking to end public sector hiring practices aimed at diversity, equity and inclusion.

A government bill has been tabled that, if passed, would prohibit a number of public bodies from using DEI policies to make hiring decisions.

Premier Danielle Smith says hiring needs to be based on merit and qualifications so that everyone has a fair chance at getting jobs.

The bill covers public agencies, Crown corporations, post-secondary schools, school boards and municipalities, although officials say government employees are already hired on merit.