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

2. 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)

3. What’s New … in law, in society, in our practice and in our expectations
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4. CPF Policies Organized in 5 Areas
ENDS, MANDATE – END
GOVERNANCE – GOV
BOARD-STAFF RELATIONSHIP – BSR
EXECUTIVE LIMITATIONS – EXL
PROGRAMS, SERVICES LIMITATIONS – PSL

5. 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

6. Let’s talk ... 6

7. 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 , 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 Developing a CPF business continuity manual and style guide in
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