Hamilton's Centre for Civic Inclusion
The Hamilton's Centre for Civic Inclusion (HCCI), registered as a Canadian charity (Business Registration Number: 840024558RR0001), is a nonprofit organization established in 2006 to advance equity, diversity, and inclusion in Hamilton, Ontario. Its mission centers on mobilizing residents to foster a united community that "respects diversity, practices equity, and speaks out against discrimination"[3][5].

Mission and Vision

HCCI's vision emphasizes creating a city where all individuals participate fully in civic life, particularly focusing on marginalized groups, including newcomers, immigrants, refugees, and Indigenous communities[3][5]. Its mandate supports local institutions, businesses, and service providers in developing inclusive environments through education, advocacy, and resource-sharing[3][4].

Programs and Initiatives

Since its founding, HCCI has implemented programs addressing systemic inequalities:

• Diversity and Inclusion Training: Delivered workshops to over 100 organizations, initially under the "Advantage Diversity" banner[2].
• Community Engagement: Hosted 200+ workshops and 150+ programs, including "Community Conversation Cafés," to facilitate dialogue on inclusion[2].
• Youth and Systemic Change: Prioritized partnerships with youth-serving organizations to address systemic barriers[2][4].

Strategic Priorities

HCCI’s 2019–2022 strategic plan focused on:

1. Capacity Building: Strengthening its role as a local authority on inclusion and hate reduction[2].
2. Partnership Expansion: Collaborating with diverse stakeholders to tackle systemic injustices[2].
3. Financial Sustainability: Diversifying donor bases to ensure long-term operational stability[2].

Governance and Impact

The organization operates under a board-directed strategic framework, emphasizing measurable outcomes such as equitable policy development and community mobilization[2][4]. Annual reports detail its activities, though specific financial disclosures are managed through CanadaHelps, which processes donations for HCCI[5].