Cedar Springs Ski Club – Harassment Policy
Cedar Springs Ski Club is committed to fostering a safe, respectful, and inclusive environment for all members and guests. This policy outlines the Club’s expectations for conduct and reinforces our commitment to preventing harassment and discrimination in all forms.
All Members and Guests of CSSC have the right to participate in Club activities in an environment free from harassment, abuse, discrimination, and disrespectful behaviour.
This policy applies to all Members and Guests participating in any CSSC events, trips, communications, or interactions involving the Club. Members are specifically responsible for the behaviour of their Guests.
Members and Guests are expected to:
- Treat all individuals — including fellow members, guests, tour operators, resort personnel, and bus drivers — with dignity, courtesy, and respect.
- Maintain a companionable environment that is free of:
- Profane, sexist, or sexually explicit language
- Threats, intimidation, or acts of violence
- Harassment, bullying, or abusive conduct
CSSC is an inclusive organization that does not tolerate discrimination based on:
- Race, ancestry, ethnic origin
- Place of origin, citizenship, or creed
- Colour or religious beliefs
- Sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression
- Age, marital or family status
- Disability
We strive to be welcoming to all, within the limits of our Club’s skills, abilities, and available resources.
Violations of this policy, by a Member or their Guest, may result in disciplinary action, including warnings, suspension, or revocation of membership at the discretion of the Board of Directors.
Members who experience or witness harassment or discriminatory behavior are encouraged to report the incident to a CSSC Board Member or Trip Leader as soon as possible. All reports will be handled with sensitivity and confidentiality.
This policy shall be reviewed periodically by the Board of Directors and updated as needed to reflect current best practices and legal standards.
