2005 News and Information
Display of Religious Symbols at City Hall
2 December 2005
On November 14, 2005, Council adopted a policy allowing the display of religious symbols at City Hall. Religious organizations that are traditionally and widely recognized by the community may, upon request, temporarily display religious symbols at City Hall or the Library/Cultural Centre, in recognition of the diversity of cultures and religious faiths in Richmond, and to promote inclusiveness.
Criteria include:
- Religious organizations are to request the display
- Displays must be accompanied by educational plaques or posters to explain the religious symbol
- Displays must be respectful of other faiths
- Displays are to occur during the normal duration of a major observance of that faith, not to exceed one month
Applications for:
- City Hall religious displays are to be made to the City Hall Coordinator at 604-276-4335
- Library/Cultural Centre religious displays are to be made to the Arts Coordinator at 604-231-6433
