Vision, Mission, & Values
Vision: To be a recognized leader in bringing innovation and sustainability to our diverse communities through responsive and unique programs and services.
Mission:
The purpose of the Burnside Gorge Community Association is to lead, promote and support initiatives which encourage healthy, inclusive, and socially just living. This is accomplished through:
- Engaging with our communities concerning issues and developments important to community members and businesses
- Providing a continuum of high quality programs and supports that strengthen the lives of children, youth and families in Greater Victoria
- Establishing, promoting and operating facilities that provide public amenities to benefit the community
- Cultivating community connections and a sense of pride through neighbourhood celebrations and initiatives
- Advocating in the best interest of community members and businesses
- Fostering work place practices that support employees and strengthen our efforts to be a model employer
- Supporting the provision of housing for low and moderate income households
Values:
The Board, Management and Staff of the Burnside Gorge Community Association are committed to the following values in order to enhance and build community capacity:
Trust – uphold the public’s trust through responsible management of resources
Inclusiveness– welcome, recognize, respect, collaborate with and respond to the diversity of those we serve and employ
Courage – stand up for what we believe in the face of adversity and recognize our capacity to overcome challenges
Respect – interact with and support all people in a fair and honest manner that accepts diverse contexts and abilities
Quality – strive for excellence in all of the programs and services we offer
Adaptability – be flexible and responsive to challenges and opportunities and continually evolve as an organization