Whether to engage the DEI Advisor in implementing the Elect Respect initiative

Environment & Climate Social Services & Equity

Preliminary vote

General Committee makes recommendations; City Council makes the final decision.

We haven’t matched this to Council’s final vote yet. Committee recommendations normally go to the City Council meeting on November 3, 2025.

Motion carried

10–0

10 for0 against

Councillor Votes

In Favour (10)

Councillor Gary Baldwin
Councillor Andrew Beamer
Councillor Alex Bierk
Councillor Matt Crowley
Councillor Kevin Duguay
Councillor Dave Haacke
Mayor Jeff Leal
Councillor Lesley Parnell
Councillor Keith Riel
Councillor Don Vassiliadis

Against (0)

None

Full Resolution Text

That the main motion be amended as follows: Be It Further Resolved That the City's Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Advisor be engaged in the implementation and communication of this initiative, and that staff explore opportunities to better integrate their expertise into Council's ongoing efforts to promote a safe, inclusive, and respectful civic environment

Meeting Details

Oct272025

General Committee

Council Chambers, City Hall, 500 George Street North