Item - 2021.AA13.6

Tracking Status

  • This item was considered by the Aboriginal Affairs Advisory Committee on August 10, 2021. The Committee received the item for information only. No further action will be taken on this item.

AA13.6 - Use of Indigenous-Themed Sports Team Names and Logos in City Facilities

Decision Type:
Presentation
Status:
Received
Wards:
All

Committee Decision

The Aboriginal Affairs Advisory Committee received the item for information.

Decision Advice and Other Information

Kevin Carr, Interim Director, Client and Business Services, Parks, Forestry and Recreation, gave a presentation on the Indigenous-Themed Sports Team Names and Logos in Parks, Forestry and Recreation Facilities.

Summary

Kevin Carr, Interim Director, Client and Business Services, Parks, Forestry and Recreation, will provide an update and seek guidance from the Aboriginal Affairs Advisory Committee on Parks, Forestry and Recreation 's response to date and proposed next steps on the use of Indigenous-themed team names and logos in City facilities.

 

Parks, Forestry and Recreation is committed to promoting a positive and inclusive experience in our facilities and protecting the dignity and well-being of Indigenous communities.

Background Information

(August 10, 2021) Revised Presentation from the Interim Director, Client and Business Services, Parks, Forestry and Recreation on Indigenous-Themed Sports Team Names and Logos in Parks, Forestry and Recreation Facilities
https://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2021/aa/bgrd/backgroundfile-169699.pdf
(August 10, 2021) Presentation from the Interim Director, Client and Business Services, Parks, Forestry and Recreation on Indigenous-Themed Sports Team Names and Logos in Parks, Forestry and Recreation Facilities
https://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2021/aa/bgrd/backgroundfile-169584.pdf

Motions

Motion to Receive Item moved by Frances Sanderson (Carried)

That the item be received for information.

Source: Toronto City Clerk at www.toronto.ca/council