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Originally posted by Sistermadly
I think it depends on the area of the country you live in. Chapters of almost every Fraternity and Sorority represented in Canada are ethnically diverse, and don't seem to make a big deal out of it -- pretty much like the country itself. In areas where there is more tolerance for interracial friendships, chapters will be more diverse. In areas where the NPHC, NALFO, or MGC chapters are very strong, more women of color will gravitate to those chapters. In areas where NPHC/NALFO/MGC representation is rare or non-existent, you'll see more women join NPC.
Personally, I say get in where you fit in, and stop worrying about whether you're a minority in a predominately white sorority. You're a Chi Omega - that's what matters most.
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Sistermadly,
I would say that sororities and fraternities at UBC and U of T are very ethnically diverse, but I wouldn't say that for schools with a smaller minority population. I don't know about UBC, but U of T has a strong non-Canadian student body, but these students are unlikely to rush. The (overwhelming) majority of minority Greeks at U of T are Canadian born and raised.
As for other historically white organizations: I think it's a lack of awareness that is sometimes the problem. We were talking about strategies to diversify JLT (Junior League of Toronto) the other day. We have like 130 or so active members (small, I know), but only a handful are minorities.