Whitby Courthouse Theatre 

Code of Conduct 

Whitby Courthouse Theatre seeks to create a safe and respectful environment for all - a space free of discrimination or fear, free of bullying and harassment of any kind. Together, the WCT community will come together honouring our differences and celebrating our strengths, individual qualities and contributions, upholding the values of trust and respect.   

The Code of Conduct applies to all members, employees, volunteers, patrons, and visitors of Whitby Courthouse Theatre.   

Responsibilities 

All members, volunteers, patrons, employees, and visitors must: 

  • Act with honesty, integrity and respect 

  • Respect individual beliefs 

  • Respect the right to privacy 

  • Be fair, considerate and honest 

  • Exercise control, respect and professionalism in all activities 

  • Show understanding and sensitivity when dealing with sensitive issues 

  • Respect the name of the Whitby Courthouse Theatre 

  • Adhere to all policies and procedures 

  • Be consistent with their commitments 

In addition, board members, coordinators, employees and volunteers are expected to: 

  • Maintain good governance 

  • Be responsible to the Membership 

  • Be willing to collaborate 

  • Be transparent 

  • Make time for their duties 

Zero-Tolerance 

Whitby Courthouse Theatre has zero-tolerance for: 

  • Physical, verbal, or sexual violence. 

  • Violation of the Anti-Harassment & Non-Discrimination or Substances Abuse policies. 

  • Bullying or any other attitude or behaviour that may be perceived as discriminatory, or that contradicts the Canadian Charter of Rights and Freedoms (Constitution Act, 1982) or the Ontario Human Rights Code (R.S.O. 1990, c. H.19). 

Non-compliance with this policy will result in the appropriate disciplinary measures, up to and including dismissal from duties, production and or acting roles. 

  • Code of Conduct. I signify that I have read and understand all of the policies and expectations presented in the Code of Conduct.  

  • I understand that the Production Team and of Whitby Courthouse Theatre will abide by the policies and expectations in the Code of Conduct and as an actor/crew member I reserve the right to hold them to such.  

  • I understand my expectations as an actor/crew member and understand that failure to meet those expectations may result in my dismissal from the production and/or may affect my participation in future productions.  

  • I understand that in order to participate in this production, I am required to present a signed copy of this form to the Producer.