Bookmark Please log in to listen to this story. Also available in French and Mandarin. Log In Create Free Account Getting audio file ... This translation has been automatically generated and has not been verified for accuracy. Full Disclaimer Friendly, diverse, embracing; Canadians are generally proud of the values this country champions, and rightly so. Pride is important. It’s part of our national ethos, but it should not come at the expense of scrutiny and the realization that, despite all our developments, we have considerable progress to make as a country. For too long, businesses owned by women and members of minority groups have been subject to systemic disadvantages in Canada, shut out of the competitive supply chain hierarchy where partnerships and growth are secured. Now is the time to establish norms to ensure such companies are included in procurement policies and to provide them with opportunities to thrive in the post-COVID-19 economy.