Code of conduct

As a (volunteer / staff member) at Dorion Evangelical Church, you have a duty to care for the people who make up our community, to steward our resources, and to treat our equipment with respect. Whatever your role will be, we expect all personnel to maintain a friendly and positive attitude. We ask every staff member and volunteer to read, understand and adhere to the guidelines of this Code of Conduct so we can overcome challenges and obstacles when working together in a team setting.
  1. Respect and honor the mission and values of Dorion Evangelical Church.
  2. Respect Dorion Evangelical Church property. Always ask for permission and follow instructions before using equipment or facilities.
  3. Respect those who have different beliefs, lifestyles and cultures. We have zero tolerance for discrimination or harassment of others on the basis of religion, economic status, disability, age, gender, or social condition.
  4. Direct questions, concerns or requests to Leadership and ask for help when needed.
  5. Volunteers - sign in and out of all volunteer opportunities.
  6. Volunteers and staff - arrive on time for service and notify your Program Lead as soon as possible if unable to fulfill your commitment.
  7. Maintain a lifestyle that reflects positively on Dorion Evangelical Church and on our values as an organization.
  8. Maintain the confidentiality of all proprietary or privileged information learned about Dorion Evangelical Church, its programs, volunteers, staff, community members, partners or others to which they are exposed while serving. Do not reveal sensitive information to anyone outside of Dorion Evangelical Church and only share information under the direction of the Board or Senior Leadership.
  9. Do not contact organizations or individuals on behalf of Dorion Evangelical Church unless directed by the Board or Senior Leadership. Actions requiring prior approval of the Board include, but are not limited to, public statements to the press, use of our logo, coalition agreements, political initiatives, or lobbying efforts with other organizations.
  10. Avoid engaging in any forms of harassment or abuse. Harassment refers to verbal or physical or sexual conduct that is unsolicited, offensive, and detrimental to an individual. Report any inappropriate behaviour (including harassment) immediately to Senior Leadership or the Board.
  11. Refrain from the following behaviours while on Dorion Evangelical Church property (including the parking lot) or during service hours: smoking, gambling, or consuming alcoholic beverages and recreational drugs.
  12. Comply with the screening and training policies, Plan to Protect® Policies, Privacy Policy, Information Release and this Code of Conduct.
  13. Immediately inform Dorion Evangelical Church in writing of any status change of your vulnerable sector check result and any recent arrests, or conviction in criminal offences and/or unresolved charges.
  14. I recognize that a breach of the Code of Conduct and Covenant of Care could result in progressive steps of discipline, including the possibility of termination of activities with Dorion Evangelical Church. Volunteers – I understand that the volunteer/organization relationship is not a contract of employment and can be terminated at any time by either the volunteer or Dorion Evangelical Church.


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