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Edmonton Organizations Set Example at Anti-racism Campaign Launch

November 05, 2010

The City of Edmonton and 13 Edmonton organizations have launched a campaign to stamp out racism and create a more inclusive city.

The campaign invites Edmontonians to commit to a racism free Edmonton by signing an I'm Committed to a Racism Free Edmonton scroll.

The City and its partners want at least 30,000 people to formally commit over the next year. Residents can sign up at City Hall and online at www.RacismFreeEdmonton.ca. Posters for use in schools, workplaces or at home can also be downloaded. 

The participating organizations along with the City of Edmonton, form the Racism Free Edmonton committee. This group has come together to build a racism free, inclusive community that respects cultural diversity. The campaign is focussed on identifying and resolving institutional barriers faced by Aboriginal people and other racial groups in Edmonton.
 
City Councillor Amarjeet Sohi said the City has always factored inclusiveness into its planning. “As part of the City’s strategic plan, our ten-year liveability goal will help further our progress towards a city that is open and inclusive and which recognizes and rewards the contributions of everyone.”

He said all Edmontonians must play a role in making the city inclusive and respectful for all. “We must all speak up against racism – and do so loudly! We must all raise awareness of racism and promote inclusion and respect for cultural diversity.”

The I'm Committed to Racism Free Edmonton campaign will run from November 5, 2010 to spring 2011.