Code of Conduct

(Abridged version)

Our Commitment

The Calgary Fringe is committed to creating a welcoming, respectful, inclusive and physically safe environment for everyone involved in our activities.

We celebrate artistic freedom, diverse perspectives and the right to creative expression. We expect everyone to treat others with dignity, regardless of their background, identity, beliefs or experience.

What We Expect

All participants are expected to:

  • Treat others with respect, fairness and consideration.

  • Respect personal boundaries and consent.

  • Help maintain a inclusive environment.

  • Communicate honestly and act responsibly.

  • Follow applicable laws, safety requirements and festival policies.

  • Raise concerns when they witness or experience inappropriate conduct.

What Is Not Acceptable

The Calgary Fringe does not tolerate:

  • Harassment, bullying, intimidation or threats.

  • Discrimination based on personal characteristics.

  • Unwanted sexual attention or inappropriate physical contact.

  • Violence or behaviour that endangers others.

  • Retaliation against anyone who raises a concern in good faith.

Artistic Freedom

The Calgary Fringe supports uncensored, unjuried artistic expression. Performances may challenge, provoke or offend audiences.

Artistic content is not by itself, a violation of this Code. However, artistic freedom does not excuse harassment, discrimination, threats or unlawful conduct toward others.

Raising a Concern

Anyone experiencing or witnessing conduct that may violate this Code is encouraged to contact the Festival's Executive Director at michele@calgaryfringe.ca.

Concerns will be taken seriously and handled as confidentially, fairly and promptly as circumstances permit.

Where appropriate, concerns may be resolved through conversation or mediation. More serious matters may require a formal investigation, including an opportunity for those involved to respond.

If a concern involves the Executive Director, it may be brought directly to the Board of Directors.

Consequences

Depending on the circumstances and severity of the conduct, the Calgary Fringe may take action ranging from a conversation or warning to removal from festival activities or future participation.

Decisions will be made with consideration for the safety and rights of everyone involved.

Our Shared Responsibility

The Calgary Fringe is a community built on artistic freedom, mutual respect and the willingness to make space for different voices. Everyone has a part in keeping it that way.

Who this applies to applies to: all artists, staff, volunteers, technicians, producers and others participating in Calgary Fringe activities.

By participating in Calgary Fringe activities, you agree to follow this Code of Conduct.

Complete Code of Conduct