You Belong Here

Support to be our authentic selves

In focus, two people of various identities stand together, one person is adjusting the collar for the other person who is smiling at them.

A Place of Belonging

We recognize and appreciate everyone for who they are.

We show up every day when we actively listen with warmth and transparency to welcome each other and the communities we serve.

The way we hire, develop, and advance our employees is fundamental to our commitment to create a place of belonging.

Addressing Youth Unemployment In 2015, we committed to 10 per cent of our store hires to Opportunity Youth, focusing on young people ages 16-24 who are not working or in school
100% Pay Equity We’ve consistently achieved gender and race pay equity in Canada since 2018
Elevated Standard of Accessibility 2030 We will design, test, and scale more inclusive standards in our stores to ensure greater accessibility in physical and digital Starbucks environments
Uplift One Million Women & Girls in Origin Communities 2030 We have a responsibility to care for the people across the entire coffee supply chain, providing support to women and girls who farm globally
Increasing Access to Mentorship Co-created in 2020, MentorME provides mentorship opportunities for Black Canadians in various professional sectors
Commitment to Hiring Refugees We have committed to providing hiring programs for refugees in partnership with social agencies, government bodies and other top employers in Canada

Partner Networks

For our people, by our people, Partner Networks create moments of connection that promote diversity, foster inclusion and contribute to our personal and professional success. Through our networks, we build communities of belonging and find opportunities to learn, celebrate, contribute and reflect on the diverse cultures, experiences and convictions that make us human.

partner networks in Canada

84%

of partner network members work in a retail store

44%

of members are enrolled in more than one partner network