Country Music Alberta is committed to creating a safe and comfortable environment for all fans, staff, contractors, sponsors, suppliers, entertainers, event personnel, and members. Our organization is committed to growth, being a voice for positive change, and showcasing the diversity of our membership. As such, we have put the following code of conduct in place to protect all members of Country Music Alberta.



 

Country Music Alberta is committed to diversity and equity and as such we pledge to offer equal opportunities to all members and will not discriminate on the grounds of race, colour, gender orientation, nationality, religion or belief, ethnic or national origin, age, gender, sexual orientation, or disability. All eligible members are encouraged to apply for every opportunity available to them.

 

Code of Conduct – Scope and Application

 

This Code of Conduct applies to conduct occurring within the scope of Country Music Alberta (“CMAB”), including but not limited to CMAB-sanctioned events, programs, and any public or online context where an individual is acting in their capacity as a CMAB member or where a reasonable person would associate the individual’s conduct with CMAB.

 

Without limiting the foregoing, the following conduct may constitute a breach of this Code:

a) Behaviour that is unruly, disruptive, dangerous, or illegal in nature


b) Use of abusive, discriminatory, or harassing language or conduct, including obscene gestures


c) Intoxication or visible impairment resulting in unsafe or irresponsible behaviour


d) Unauthorized disruption of CMAB-sanctioned events or activities


e) Verbal, physical, or other forms of harassment toward any attendee, artist, staff, sponsor, or member


f) Failure to comply with CMAB policies or reasonable directions of event personnel

 

Application to Public Representation and Communications

This Code also applies where a member, in a public or online context:

(a) uses CMAB’s name, logo, awards, or other identifying assets; or


(b) represents, or could reasonably be perceived as representing, CMAB or speaking on its behalf.

 

In such circumstances, members must not:

• Misrepresent CMAB’s official positions, policies, or viewpoints

• Use their affiliation with CMAB in a manner that is misleading or that a reasonable person would view as harmful to CMAB’s operations, reputation, or members

 

General Standard

Members are expected to conduct themselves with professionalism, integrity, and respect in any context where their affiliation with CMAB is known or reasonably identifiable.

 

Nothing in this Code is intended to restrict lawful personal expression in a purely private capacity where no reasonable connection to CMAB can be made. 

 

Failure to comply with the Country Music Alberta Code of Conduct may result in disciplinary action, as determined by CMAB in its discretion, having regard to the nature and severity of the breach. Such action may include, without limitation:

(a) removal from, or denial of access to, CMAB events or activities;


(b) refusal of ticket sales or services;


(c) suspension or revocation of CMAB membership; and/or


(d) in cases of serious misconduct, the withdrawal or nullification of any awards or honours bestowed by CMAB.

Where appropriate, CMAB reserves the right to refer matters to applicable authorities.

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CMAB will review reported breaches in good faith and reserves the right to take action where it reasonably determines that a breach of the Code of Conduct has occurred.

 

We thank you for being positive ambassadors of Country Music Alberta as we continue to educate, support, promote and celebrate country music in Alberta.

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We take all questions, concerns, and complaints related to this Code of Conduct seriously and welcome hearing from members and the broader community. If you have a question about the Code of Conduct or wish to report a possible breach, please email info@countrymusicalberta.com.