Southwest One Tenants Association

1. Respect & Civility

• Treat all members, residents, guests, and property management staff with courtesy and respect.
• Disagree on issues without resorting to personal attacks, insults, or harassment.
• Be mindful of tone and language in meetings, written communication, and online discussions.

2. Inclusivity & Equal Participation

• Respect the right of all tenants to voice their opinions.
• Allow others to speak without interruption.
• Encourage constructive participation from everyone, regardless of background, age, or length of residency.

3. Constructive Communication

• Keep discussions focused on issues relevant to tenants and the community.
• Refrain from spreading rumours, misinformation, or confidential details outside the group.
• Use official SW1TA communication channels (website, email, notices) for sharing updates.

4. Accountability & Integrity

• Act in good faith when representing the Association.
• Avoid conflicts of interest and disclose them if they arise.
• Uphold decisions made democratically by the Association, even if you personally disagreed.

5. Meetings & Decision-Making

• Arrive on time and prepared for meetings.
• Follow agreed-upon agendas to ensure productive discussions.
• Support majority decisions while respecting the right of others to hold different views.

6. Confidentiality & Privacy

• Respect the privacy of fellow tenants.
• Do not share members’ personal information without consent.
• Keep sensitive Association discussions within the group unless agreed otherwise.

7. Community Spirit

• Promote a positive environment that fosters cooperation and neighbourliness.
• Seek solutions rather than dwelling on problems.
• Volunteer time, skills, or knowledge when possible to strengthen the Association’s work.

8. Violations of the Code

• Members who do not follow this Code may be reminded of expectations by the Association.
• Repeated or serious violations may result in loss of membership privileges, as determined by a vote of the Association.

By joining the Southwest One Tenants Association, members agree to uphold this Code of Conduct to ensure a respectful, inclusive, and effective community voice.