What does it take to build a workplace where inclusion, safety, and well-being are more than values — but lived every day?
Louisa Jewell, Founder and President of the Canadian Positive Psychology Association (CPPA), sits down with Soledad Altamirano, Director, Human Resources, Human Rights & Indigenous Partnerships at Sodexo Canada, a global leader in food and facilities management services and a Canadian Workplace Well-Being Awards (CWWA) winner, for an insightful conversation on workplace well-being in action.
Guided by their purpose to improve quality of life, Sodexo is supporting a diverse workforce of over 6,000 employees across Canada through initiatives that prioritize inclusion, safety, and well-being. Their approach is grounded in three core pillars: Trans Inclusion, Mental Health Support, and Gender-Based Violence Prevention — turning commitment into meaningful, visible action.
The conversation highlights Sodexo’s leadership in advancing equity, including the introduction of Gender Affirmation Coverage and a Transitioning at Work guide, helping set a new benchmark for inclusion in Canadian workplaces.
With employees spanning languages, cultures, and geographies, Sodexo is focused on meeting people where they are — offering accessible, culturally relevant supports through initiatives like mental health councils and localized safety programs.
Tune in as Louisa and Soledad explore what’s working, what’s evolving, and how organizations can build safer, more inclusive workplaces for all.
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About Sodexo Canada:
Sodexo Canada is part of a global organization dedicated to improving quality of life through food services and facilities management. Serving diverse industries and communities, Sodexo is committed to creating inclusive, safe, and supportive workplaces. Through innovative programs and a people-first approach, Sodexo continues to lead in advancing well-being at work and beyond.
Thank you, Sodexo Canada, for your leadership and commitment to workplace well-being.
