Statement of Diversity
We are children, youth, adults, and seniors.
We are of all races, all religions, all cultures, all abilities, all sexual orientations, all genders, and all economic levels.
We speak many languages.
We value diversity.
We endeavor to reflect this diversity in our volunteers, board, and staff.
We respect all our neighbours and clients and extend our respect to them in all that we do.
We embrace all types of families.
Therefore, we will act to promote the inclusion of all in our agency and in our community.
From Serge Blanchette, president of Abbotsford Community Services’ Board of Directors:
“The horrific incident at the mosque in Quebec City reminds us of how as a society, we have to be vigilant in upholding our values of inclusion. At ACS, our staff and clients represent various faiths, cultures, and countries of origin. ACS continues to welcome refugees and immigrants from all backgrounds to our doors as they start building their new lives in Canada. I want to take this opportunity to remind us all of our Diversity Statement and let everyone know that the ACS family stands with everyone who is saddened by the recent events which discriminate or propagate hate towards anyone based on faith, culture or country of origin.”