As amended and restated effective June, 2022
Constitution and Bylaws relating generally to the transaction of the business and affairs of: The Saskatchewan Association of International Languages
 

BE IT ENACTED as the CONSTITUTION of
The Saskatchewan Association of International Languages as follows:
 

SECTION 1: TITLE
 

The title of the organization shall be The Saskatchewan Association of International Languages; hereinafter referred to as SAIL.
 

SECTION 2: ORGANIZATIONAL PURPOSE
 

2.1 Vision Statement
The Saskatchewan Association of International Languages is the catalyst to sustain language/ culture to the benefit of all Saskatchewan residents.
 

2.2 Mission Statement
The Mission of the Saskatchewan Association of International Languages is to preserve and promote languages/culture in Saskatchewan through awareness and educational programs for a vibrant and diverse Saskatchewan.
 

2.3 Organizational Values
Leadership – SAIL demonstrates strong leadership in:
o Cross cultural awareness and understanding
o Integration
o Enhancing retention
 

Accountability – SAIL demonstrates accountability by responding to its stakeholders.
 

Innovation – with Saskatchewan’s increasing diverse population, SAIL continues to respond with innovative/creative initiatives to address changing needs.

Collaboration – through collaborative techniques, SAIL facilitates successful resolution to the benefit of Saskatchewan residents – understanding we all work better together.
 

2.4 Organizational Aims and Objectives
 

The aims and objectives shall be:
• SAIL assists with the preservation, development, and advancement of education in global languages/culture of Saskatchewan’s residents;
• SAIL will assist Saskatchewan educational organizations with their language programs;
• SAIL will foster, initiate, and assist the development and operation of global language programs;
• SAIL is a consultative body in the area of languages;
• SAIL is a leader by direct investment in Saskatchewan’s youth through all its programs and services;
• SAIL facilitates the development and operation of language initiatives and projects.
 

2.5 Process for Amendments

The Constitution of SAIL may be amended at the Annual General Meeting or at a Special Meeting of Members by a two-thirds vote of those voting, a quorum being present.

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First Draft                                               
December 8, 1984
Approved As Amended        
June 1, 1985
Approved As Amended        
June 20, 1987
 
Approved As Amended        
June 17, 1989
Approved As Amended        
June 16, 1990
Approved As Amended        
November 29, 1991
Approved As Amended        
November 21, 1993
Approved As Amended        
June 23, 2002
Approved As Amended        
June 28, 2004
Approved As Amended        
June 18, 2005
Approved As Amended
June 19, 2010
Approved As Amended
June 18, 2011
Approved As Amended
June 22, 2013
Approved As Amended
June 21, 2014

Approved as Amended
June 27, 2015
Approved as Amended
June 9, 2018