OUR VALUES
Our Core Values
The Values of the Fondation Arbour
1. Freedom of Speech and Expression
We advocate open, respectful and rigorous dialogue. Confrontation of ideas is
essential to progress and understanding of the world.
2. Reason, Scientific Method and Enlightened Action
We promote rational thinking, critical analysis, the scientific method and the
responsible application of knowledge to improve society.
3. Equal Opportunity
We believe in merit, free will, and equal opportunity, regardless of background or identity.
4. Humanism and benevolence
We value benevolence, listening and respect for the dignity of each individual.
Progress also means taking care of people.
Access the detailed version of our values statement here
1 : Freedom of Speech and Expression
The Arbour Foundation:
● actively supports the diversity of opinions and the freedom of speech and expression of each individual.
● encourages exchanges conducted in good faith, civilized debates and
open dialogues to better understand the other;
● defends the maintenance of rigorous dialogue aimed at establishing a
discourse based on the critical evaluation and rational analysis of
ideas;
● recognizes the value of all fields of knowledge to better understand the
human condition and complex phenomena;
● considers that everyone deserves respect for their choices as long as
they do not infringe on the freedom of others.
2 : Reason, Scientific Method and Enlightened Action
The Arbour Foundation:
● encourages rational thinking and knowledge based on scientific
methods - as opposed to ideology;
● holds that all knowledge must be capable of being tested against
reality and empirical verification;
● supports the informed application of knowledge to solve problems,
improve policies and acts in the service of the common good.
3 : Equal Opportunities
The Arbour Foundation:
● evaluates individuals on merit, regardless of gender, origin or religion;
● recognizes individual responsibility and free will as principles of autonomy
and commitment;
● supports the elimination of obstacles to equal opportunity;
● considers that equality of results is no substitute for equality of opportunity,
the foundation of meritocracy.
4. Humanism and benevolence
The Arbour Foundation:
● recognizes the importance of caring, listening and paying attention to each
individual in their personal and academic trajectory;
● values educational and professional environments that support mental
health, well-being and human development;
● believes that progress cannot be made without taking into account the
vulnerability, basic needs and dignity of each individual;
● is committed to supporting a vision of excellence that incorporates
compassion, respect and concern for others.
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