ACC Ontario Event Code of Conduct

ACC Ontario is committed to ensuring a safe, welcoming, and respectful environment at its events. At ACC Ontario sponsored events you must always treat others with respect and civility.

This Code of Conduct applies to all ACC Ontario sponsored events and any related events or social gatherings. Events sponsored by ACC will be governed by ACC’s Event Code of Conduct. 

This Code of Conduct applies to anyone involved in an ACC Ontario sponsored event, including all ACC Ontario employees, staff and volunteers, ACC members, attendees, guests, speakers, volunteers, sponsors, exhibiters, vendors and venue staff. This policy is subject to change without notice. 

Unacceptable Conduct Includes: 

• Violence, threats of violence, unwanted touching, or physical intimidation 

• Disruptive behavior or bullying 

• Verbal or written harassment on any basis, including sexual harassment  

• Displaying inappropriate visual information 

• Possession of weapons or illegal substances 

• Behavior that is illegal 

• Violation of the rules of the event or venue  

• Failure to follow safety instructions of ACC Ontario staff 

• Any behavior that ACC Ontario believes lacks respect or civility 

Complaints:

Contact local law enforcement or emergency services immediately if you notice a dangerous situation, threats of violence or someone in distress. 
To report Unacceptable Conduct at an event, contact a member of the ACC Ontario board or chapter administrator via email at ontario@accglobal.com as soon as possible.

Consequences of Unacceptable Conduct:

Unacceptable Conduct will not be tolerated. Anyone asked to stop unacceptable behavior is expected to comply at once. 

Violations of this policy may result in:  

• Removal from an event without refund or warning  

• Banning from future ACC events  

• Revoking ACC membership  

• Referral to local law enforcement