5.5.2. Gifts should be suitable to the occasion. Where appropriate, gifts should identify the City of Windsor or ABC (e.g. City or ABC logo imprint/engraving). If a City logo is used it must adhere to the ‘City of Windsor Corporate Visual Identity Standard’. 

• 5.6. GIFTS FOR THIRD PARTIES 
  
  5.6.1. Protocol exchanges for third parties (e.g. twin city delegates, etc.) are subject to provisions as outlined in the City’s Travel and Business Expense Policy.
  
  
• 5.7. GIFTS FOR EMPLOYEES
  
  
  • 5.7.1. Employees may receive gifts from the City of Windsor for:
    
    
    • 5.7.1.1. Employee Recognition
      
      The City recognize, acknowledge, and show appreciation for the collective efforts of all staff members that contribute to the workplace and overall mission of the municipality. Employees will be invited to join the ‘Annual Employee Recognition Banquet’ to celebrate their achievements and contributions to the workplace. Gifts or awards under this category is subject to the provisions of the Employee Recognition Policy.
      
      
    • 5.7.1.2. Employee Appreciation
      
      Employee Appreciation is held annually during the month of November. This category is subject to the provisions of the Staff Appreciation and Recognition (STAR) Committee. Gifts given to staff are generally non-cash gifts of nominal value.
      
      
    • 5.7.1.3. Service Year Milestones
      
      Employee will receive years of service pin in this category. Departments are encouraged to honor their employees through group presentations.
      
      
    • 5.7.1.4. Significant achievement or recognition for voluntary service (unrelated to work or job performance)
      
      Where appropriate, gifts should identify the City of Windsor or ABC (e.g. City or ABC logo imprint/engraving).
      
      
    • 5.7.1.5. Retirement Farewells
      
      The City recognizes employees for their dedicated service and contributions during the course of their employments. Full time and regular part-time employees who have achieved 10 years or more of continuous service are entitled to receive gifts on behalf of the City of Windsor. Approval is required prior to gift purchase (see section 5.1 and 5.2).
      
      
  • 5.7.2. Cash (currency or cheques) and near-cash gifts (e.g. gift cards or gift certificates) are considered a taxable employment benefit regardless of the amount and not recommended
• 5.8. NON-COMPLIANCE
  
  Gifts under this policy are funded by the City of Windsor. Any employee using City funds over and above allowed in this policy or without approval must repay the funds and may be subject to disciplinary action.

6. REFERENCES AND RELATED DOCUMENTS

• 6.1. Travel & Business Expense Policy CS.A3.06
  
  
• 6.2. Employee Recognition Policy
  
  
• 6.3. Transit Windsor / City of Windsor Policies M104-2015