Indigenous

We are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace based on respect, support, and equality for every future. 

Advancing Diversity, Inclusion and Belonging

As a leading bank in the Americas, Scotiabank continues to create a diverse workforce to reflect the communities we serve. We continue to grow our partnerships with Indigenous communities across Canada and value the unique perspective that our Indigenous employees provide to strengthening these relationships.

Our Indigenous Hiring Program has been designed to ensure applicants have a customized recruitment experience that provides additional support and insight to what life is like as a Scotiabanker. We strive to match candidates like you, with positions that provide opportunities for growth and reflect your business interests. Through this program, we put emphasis on removing barriers to ensure you can feel confident in pursuing your career at Scotiabank.

This program does not end at your recruitment experience! Upon acceptance of your position within Scotiabank, you will be welcomed to the Scotiabank’s Indigenous community and will have the opportunity to connect with other First Nations, Inuit and Metis Scotiabankers and their allies. 

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Join our Indigenous Peoples Talent Community

While this process is customized for applicants that self-identify as First Nations, Inuit and/or Metis, self-identification is completely voluntary. We understand that many people are at different points of their cultural journey and we welcome all who feel comfortable to highlight their identity to our team. 
 
Our goal with this program is to find the right career path for you, based on your area of interest and skills.
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What brings people here?  Well for starters, a positive, passionate, performance-driven culture, opportunities for growth, and the forward-thinking values of a global organization.

How we’re driving for equality for every future

 

Scotiabank’s inclusive culture provides an environment where diverse people feel a sense of belonging. We’re stronger together – for our employees and for our customers around the world!

Indigenous Peoples
Development Program

 

Graduating Students

Indigenous Resource Group

 

Learn about how our Indigenous ERG brings together employees who are passionate about Indigenous Peoples within both the Banks and the communities we serve 

Self-identity has an important role

 

How working for Scotiabank has enabled Jessica McKenzie to have a deeper connection to her First Nations heritage

About Scotiabank: Diversity and Inclusion


Our most important investment is the one we make in our people. That’s why we work to grow and diversify talent and engage employees in a performance-oriented culture

Employee Resource Groups


The Indigenous Network supports the Bank's overall commitment to create an inclusive and accessible workplace for all employees. 

Our
Awards

 

Building an inclusive workplace is our ongoing commitment and we’re proud of the work we have done but we know there’s still work to do

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