George Brown Polytechnic is located on the traditional territory of the Mississaugas of the Credit First Nation and other Indigenous peoples who have lived here over time. We are grateful to share this land as treaty people who learn, work and live in the community with each other.
Our values inform how we teach, learn, work, and research. They represent the essence of our George Brown community and what we strive to achieve.
They are more than aspirational; they are practical tools that will help inform our actions and decision-making.
We launched a listening campaign in October 2023 and heard from 1,200 students and 800 employees. Feedback from our community shaped the development of the latest version of our values.
Employees can visit the Values section on GBCommunity for toolkits and other resources.
At George Brown Polytechnic we value...
Learners & Learning
We prioritize the needs, successes, and well-being of our learners.
We embrace innovation and curiosity to discover potential.
Equity & Belonging
We foster a culture of inclusion and respect.
We honour Indigenous knowledge and practices.
We advance anti-racism, anti-oppression, and accessibility.
Collaboration & Community
We create supportive and co-operative spaces.
We listen to and learn from each other.
Accountability
We take responsibility for our decisions.
We act with integrity, respect, and compassion.
Sustainability
We strive to ensure that the social, environmental, and economic impacts of our actions benefit future generations.