Ministry of Transportation Initiatives MANDATE Our transportation network of highways, bridges, regional airports, ferries, buses and rail transit are vital assets for all British Columbians. They help people reach their destinations and assist in moving goods to market, serving private citizens, industry and business throughout our province. In building and maintaining our highway system and by coordinating our provincial transportation network, the Ministry of Transportation and its partners promote economic development. The Ministry is committed to ensuring sound environmental practices and building positive relations with all citizens of British Columbia’s communities. KEY POLICIES AND STRUCTURES IN SUPPORT OF MULTICULTURALISM The Ministry strives to promote B.C. as a destination of choice for new investment and business by marketing B.C. to entrepreneurial immigrants and promoting and supporting incoming and outgoing trade and investment missions.
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The Ministry considers the intent and spirit of multiculturalism in the development and implementation of all communication activities, including publications, advertising and media relations. Our objectives are to foster the understanding and respect of race, cultural heritage, religion, ethnicity, ancestry, and place of origin, to support the individual and collective needs of our diverse workforce and customers. We continually invite community input and participation on ministry business and projects. The Ministry consults with the public at both the provincial and community level through various forums, including local news media and public meetings.
EXECUTIVE COMMITMENT TO MULTICULTURALISM • During the fiscal year 2004/05, the Ministry of Transportation continued to provide services and programs in a manner that was sensitive and responsive to the multicultural reality of British Columbia. • The Ministry continues to recognize the cultural diversity of our province and supports and promotes cross-cultural understanding. We remain committed to effective communication strategies that foster understanding and cooperation with our customers and staff, and are inclusive of all cultures in our society.
REPORT ON MULTICULTURALISM
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