CPF Network Policy Updates October 2018 Tanya Sieliakus, HR Pros, Halifax, NS Nicole Thibault, Executive Director, CPF National 1

Why Policy Updates? Compliance with the law, with insurance requirements, with labour codes, other … Creating a safe and welcoming environment for staff and volunteers Clear set of guidleines to direct staff and volunteers Common understanding of expectations (behaviours, processes, communications)

What’s New … in law, in society, in our practice and in our expectations Note: Making request for Tanya’s content

CPF Policies Organized in 5 Areas ENDS, MANDATE – END GOVERNANCE – GOV BOARD-STAFF RELATIONSHIP – BSR EXECUTIVE LIMITATIONS – EXL PROGRAMS, SERVICES LIMITATIONS – PSL

Key Policies to Consider – Obligations & New Processes to Implement BSR 09: Positive Working Environment (staff and volunteers) PSL 07: Volunteer Screening PSL 08: Child Safety GOV 15: Personal Information Protection, Privacy Statement – Posted on CPF National Website

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In Conclusion … Timelines … March 31st 2018 – Draft policies circulated and having received feedback from the CPF Branches. Implement those having endorsement. CPF National Bylaw and Policies Committee continues work in 2018-2019, completing the series of National policies. Circulate as templates to update Branch policies. Begin work on Chapters policies: March 31st 2020. CPF CoED Committee, Governance and Operational Processes Manuals – completed the update of Board orientation manual for fall 2018; working on Employee Handbook update for March 31st 2019. Developing a CPF business continuity manual and style guide in 2019-2020. Thanks! Merci!