SCOUTS CANADA
CODE OF CONDUCT
This Code of Conduct applies to all Scouts Canada volunteers and staff, regardless of location, and in
accepting an appointment, you undertake to discharge your duties and to regulate your conduct in line
with the requirements of this Code. The Code is designed for your guidance and protection, although a
breach may result in disciplinary action (including dismissal in some instances) and, in some cases, may
lead to criminal prosecution.
As a volunteer or staff of Scouts Canada, you are expected to:
1. Ensure the safety, health and well-being of all Scouts Canada members, especially
children and youth.
I will adhere to all legal and organizational health and safety requirements.
I will comply with all screening guidelines and be pro-active in informing my Commissioner or
staff or reporting through 1-888-726-8876 or helpcentre@scouts.ca, any necessary changes or
breaches to such guidelines.
I will behave in such a way as to avoid any unnecessary risk to the safety, health and well-being
of myself and others.
I will consider risk management implications in all Scouting activities.
2. Ensure that my personal conduct is, and is seen to be, of the highest standards and in
keeping with Scouts Canada’s Mission and Principles.
I will treat all people fairly and with respect and dignity.
I will comply with the drug and alcohol policy for all Scouting related activities.
I will not use vulgar or inappropriate language in front of youth.
I will only touch a youth on the hands, arms, shoulders or head, except when medical or activity
safety circumstances warrant, and always with permission of the youth member, and always in
sight of others.
I will respect the right to personal privacy at all times with special consideration to separate
sleeping accommodations and washing facilities for co-ed sections that are also different from
adult ones.
I will not smoke in front of youth.
I will never be alone with a child or youth unless safety dictates otherwise.
If a child/youth wants to speak privately with me, I will ensure that the discussion is not out of
sight from others, just out of hearing.
I will not use my role in Scouting to have contact with youth participants outside of Scouting.
I will follow the Scouts guidelines for connecting with youth participants using technology and
social media.
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