The purpose of this policy is to outline the organization’s expectations when it comes to the behaviour and conduct of its workers.

Please Note that this Worker Code of Conduct is administered in conjunction with Baxter Arts Centre’s Anti-Harassment Policy, Participant Code of Conduct and Human Rights Policy, and includes freedom from discrimination under any of the grounds established by the Ontario Human Rights Code, including race, ancestry, place of origin, colour, ethnic origin, citizenship, creed (religion), sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age (18 and over), marital status (including same sex partners), family status, disability, and record of offences.

Scope

For the purpose of this policy, ‘workers’ includes employees, independent contractors, temporary workers, students, board members, and volunteers, unless otherwise specified.

Policy

Baxter Arts Centre is committed to doing business in a respectful and ethical manner. Workers of Baxter Arts Centre are expected to behave in a professional and courteous manner toward the organization, fellow workers, our participants, and the public at all times.

This means workers will adhere to the following guidelines for working with integrity:

  • Report for work on time and put their best effort forward each day
  • Assist clients and fellow colleagues to the best of their ability
  • Take responsibility for their choices and actions
  • Treat others with dignity and respect
  • Represent the organization and its participants or affiliates in a positive manner
  • Keep confidential information private
  • Use company resources and property as intended
  • Ask for clarification and guidance when unsure about an action or decision

Baxter Arts Centre will not tolerate:

  • Discrimination, harassment, bullying or violence of any kind
  • Illegal or criminal behaviour including but not limited to stealing, damaging property, or possessing illegal substances or items
  • Any type of lewd behaviour or unethical conduct
  • Showing up for work under the influence of any substance that impairs judgement or hinders safety, whether that substance is legal or not
  • Insubordination
  • Competing with the organization or using the organization’s information or intellectual property for personal gain
  • Intentionally behaving in any untrustworthy manner such as misrepresenting the organization or its programs or services, or prices to clients or to the public whether in person or via social media channels

Baxter Arts Centre will provide education and training to ensure workers understand their obligations and responsibilities when it comes to respectful behaviour.

Workers who do not comply with the expectations set out in this code of conduct will be dealt with through corrective action, which may include termination of work.

Please Note: This policy is available online (this page) and in the policy binder at Baxter Arts Centre. It will be reviewed as often as necessary, but at least annually.

Approved by Board: March 3, 2026

To Be Reviewed by: March 3, 2027