Resolution of Complaint against Vice President Olga Mushtaler

[Vladimir Drkulec]

Hello Heidi,

The board of the CFC has received your complaint regarding Olga Mushtaler’s actions. A meeting took place to address it.

Summary of Our Findings:

Private Initiative: The issue pertained to a private gathering organized by Olga for Chess in the Park, a personal initiative, not directly linked to the CFC or any CFC event. We do not have jurisdiction in this situation.

No Action Taken: After careful consideration, we have concluded that Olga's actions were in line with what could be expected of a reasonably prudent person in the same situation. Consequently, no action will be taken against her.

Free Speech Clarification: The claim of suppressing free speech is not valid, as Facebook groups are not platforms for free speech, and administrators can ban users at their discretion.

In light of these findings, we believe the complaint lacks merit. While we encourage a constructive and respectful dialogue within the community, it is not in the mandate of the CFC to get involved in every situation regarding chess.

We thank you for reaching out and remain open to all our members and issues they may have concerns with, within the frame of our mandate.

Best regards,

Vlad Drkulec
President, Chairperson of the Board of Directors
Chess Federation of Canada