本文发表在 rolia.net 枫下论坛Thank you for your correspondence of July 14th with regard to hate related vandalism in a residential area of Markham early in July.
We at the Town recognize our cultural diversity as one of our greatest assets and we have worked diligently with various cultural groups, York Regional Police and the Boards of Education to improve relationships within the community. One of the initiatives put in place by the Town to promote mutual understanding and respect is the Markham Race Relations Committee. This Committee is comprised of local residents from various ethnic backgrounds and councillors who meet on a regular basis to discuss incidents such as this and to investigate ways the Town can foster a greater understanding and harmony amongst the diverse cultural groups that make up our community.
In addition, the Town of Markham is an eager participant in the York Region Character Community initiative. This program promotes the importance of demonstrating and fostering good character. Since launching this initiative four years ago, we have come a long way in promoting good character in schools, municipalities, businesses, families and wherever the message will travel. Some of the character attributes encouraged are respect, compassion, inclusiveness, responsibility, integrity and fairness.
We feel this is an isolated case and that the York Region Police are committed to bringing those responsible to justice. The Town of Markham has taken many positives steps to improve relationships within our community and we will not be deterred by this random act of vandalism. You can be assured that the Town of Markham takes pride in its diversity and will continue to act in a responsible manner to strengthen our community.
Yours sincerely,
W. Donald Cousens
Mayor
Anna Cowan
Town of Markham, Mayor's Office
Phone: (905) 477-7000, ext. 5930
Fax: (905) 479-7775
e-mail: acowan@markham.ca更多精彩文章及讨论，请光临枫下论坛 rolia.net
We at the Town recognize our cultural diversity as one of our greatest assets and we have worked diligently with various cultural groups, York Regional Police and the Boards of Education to improve relationships within the community. One of the initiatives put in place by the Town to promote mutual understanding and respect is the Markham Race Relations Committee. This Committee is comprised of local residents from various ethnic backgrounds and councillors who meet on a regular basis to discuss incidents such as this and to investigate ways the Town can foster a greater understanding and harmony amongst the diverse cultural groups that make up our community.
In addition, the Town of Markham is an eager participant in the York Region Character Community initiative. This program promotes the importance of demonstrating and fostering good character. Since launching this initiative four years ago, we have come a long way in promoting good character in schools, municipalities, businesses, families and wherever the message will travel. Some of the character attributes encouraged are respect, compassion, inclusiveness, responsibility, integrity and fairness.
We feel this is an isolated case and that the York Region Police are committed to bringing those responsible to justice. The Town of Markham has taken many positives steps to improve relationships within our community and we will not be deterred by this random act of vandalism. You can be assured that the Town of Markham takes pride in its diversity and will continue to act in a responsible manner to strengthen our community.
Yours sincerely,
W. Donald Cousens
Mayor
Anna Cowan
Town of Markham, Mayor's Office
Phone: (905) 477-7000, ext. 5930
Fax: (905) 479-7775
e-mail: acowan@markham.ca更多精彩文章及讨论，请光临枫下论坛 rolia.net