An Accord Between the Government of Canada and the Voluntary Sector

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Message from the Prime Minister

Foreword: Minister and Voluntary Sector Representative

Letter of Transmittal from Accord Table Co-chairs

Introduction

Context
The Parties to this Accord
Scope of the Accord
Reason for the Accord - Why and Why Now
Process Leading to an Accord

The Accord

1. Purpose of the Accord

2. Values

   Democracy
   Active Citizenship
   Equality
   Diversity
   Inclusion
   Social Justice

3. Principles

   Independence
   Interdependence
   Dialogue
   Co-operation and Collaboration
   Accounting to Canadians

4. Commitments to Action

   Shared Commitments
   Government of Canada Commitments
   Voluntary Sector Commitments

5. Taking the Accord Forward

Conclusion

Annex A - Reference Group of Ministers on the Voluntary Sector

Annex B - Voluntary Sector Steering Group

Annex C - Joint Accord Table

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