January 26, 2021
Dear Brothers and Sisters in Christ,
In February 2010, the Responsible Ministry and Safe Environment protocol was implemented in the Diocese of Yarmouth and the Archdiocese of Halifax. Its intent was to improve and maintain a safe environment for a more responsible ministry. It was also meant to develop an effective process of accountability, for a more transparent, open and accountable Church.
In 2018, the Canadian Conference of Catholic Bishops approved a series of recommendations for implementation in the dioceses of Canada. One of these being that each diocese would “implement/update a diocesan safeguarding policy conforming to the highest standards of responsible ministry”.
Over the past months, we have reviewed and updated our Responsible Ministry & Safe Environment Protocol to reflect lessons learned in keeping with the commitment of the Bishops of Canada. This was meant to provide a safe and healthy environment for all we are called to serve, as well as those who work and volunteer within our Church.
Report Misconduct
To report misconduct please click on the form below:
| Archdiocese of Halifax-Yarmouth Report of Misconduct form |
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Report Misconduct
All inquiries will be handled promptly and discreetly. Confidentiality will be maintained insofar as it is possible. It is our policy to follow-up with anyone making a report insofar as it is possible.
Archdiocese employees will not be penalized, dismissed, demoted, or suspended and no retaliatory action will be taken against them for reporting or inquiring in good faith about potential breaches of our policies or for seeking guidance on how to handle concerns or issues.
Contact Information
email:responsibleministry@
halifaxyarmouth.org
phone: 902-429-9800 x444
(where you can leave a safe and confidential message)
Bishop Reporting System
To report misconduct
by a Canadian Bishop
click here
