a Code of Ethical Behaviour Workshop Presenter: Sandra Thomson, VP Ontario, Chair, Governance Committee AGM 2017 Richmond, BC

Committee Members Sandy Thomson,Co-Chair, Governance Kathryn Wilkinson, Co-Chair, HR Dr. Fiorenza Albert-Howard Linda Russell Hally Siddons Myra Willis

Code of Ethical Behaviour: Definition “The term ‘ethical behaviour’ refers to how an organization ensures that all its decisions, actions, and stakeholder interactions conform to the organization’s moral and professional principles. These principles should support all applicable laws and regulations and are the foundation for the organization’s culture and values. They distinguish ‘right’ from ‘wrong.’”

Code of Ethical Behaviour: Why Good Governance – risk management Represents who we are and what we stand for – our values Establishes credibility and public trust Provides guidelines for making ethical choices and there is accountability for those choices.

Code of Ethical Behaviour - Governance Vision, Mission, and Purpose Not for Profit Act Articles and ByLaws Roberts’ Rules Privacy & Confidentiality Investment Policy Representation Policy .

Code of Ethical Behaviour The reputation of the organization is based on the members’ and staff’s internal and external behaviour.

Code of Ethical Behaviour Applicable Areas: Interpersonal Relationships CFUW Equipment On line Discussion Forums; Social Media-CFUW Communications Business Expenses & Accountability

Code of Ethical Behaviour: Reflect What do I/we value? What do I/we respect? What do I/we demonstrate?

Code of Ethical Behaviour- Tests Values Test: Are you clear about the values reflected in your decision? Are they values that you and CFUW are proud to hold?

Code of Ethical Behaviour -Tests Reasonable Person Test: Would a reasonable person in the community, having knowledge of all the facts, consider that you have acted fairly, honourably and nationally? Would your action or behaviour be seen as consistent with your CFUW position and/or your profession/interests/career outside of CFUW?

Code of Ethical Behaviour- Tests Credit Test If your action or decision became known to everyone, would it bring credit or discredit to you or to CFUW?

Resources www.councilofnonprofits.org http://sectorsource.ca www.irmi.com http://www.workplaceethicsadvice.com www.wsib.on.ca