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                                                                                          CITY OF COURTENAY
                                                                               STATEMENT OF COMMUNITY VALUES
 
WHEREAS: 
 
The Canadian Charter of Rights and Freedoms stipulates: “Every individual is equal before and under the law and has the right to the equal protection and equal benefit of the law without discrimination and, in particular, without discrimination based on race, national or ethnic origin, colour, religion, sex, age or mental or physical disability” (section 15.1). 
 
THEREFORE:
 
As Civic Leaders….
 
We believe that it is desirable for all residents of the City of Courtenay to enjoy the privileges of living within a free, welcoming, inclusive, and civil community;
 
We believe that it is the duty of all residents, acting individually and together, to strive for the achievement of a community in which we acknowledge our diversity by affirming our differences and welcoming the contributions that arise from each resident’s unique gifts;
 
We believe that every resident has the right to experience the sense of belonging to this community that arises from our daily commitment to creating a better world; and
 
We believe that no resident or visitor to the City of Courtenay ought to suffer from the effects of harassment, intimidation, threat, hateful actions, physical injury, and damage to their property, or any other forms of violence which are motivated by bias.  This includes, but is not limited to, any bias based upon race, religious belief or non-belief, cultural origin, ethnic origin, perceived or actual sexual orientation, gender or gender identity, economic status, disability status, or social status; and
  
FURTHERMORE:
 
Courtenay City Council….
 
Recognizes the need and importance of enacting policies and procedures within our statutory limits in the workplace that recognize, affirm and encourage the inclusion of all;
 
Will cooperate with other organizations and jurisdictions, including other levels of government, Aboriginal peoples, public and private sector institutions, and civil society organizations, all of whom have responsibilities in the area of human rights; and  
 
Will support measures to combat racism and discrimination; and will support education, respect, understanding and appreciation of cultural diversity and equal opportunity.

Last update : Thursday, July 23, 2009,3:17 PM

 

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