Code of Conduct
VAGARI Includes the environment.
Purpose
VAGARI expects employees to adhere to a certain standard of conduct to foster a work environment that is positive, productive, and motivating for everyone. Employees are expected to conduct themselves in such a manner as to inspire public confidence through fair and honourable activities, as it relates to the business of VAGARI. Employees are expected to use common courtesy and good judgment regarding appropriate conduct at work and always conduct themselves with integrity and professionalism.

Scope
The Code of Conduct applies to all individuals acting in their capacity as employees or contractors of VAGARI and carries the expectation that the employee/ contractor will avoid any inappropriate conduct or acts which could negatively reflect on VAGARI.

Effective Date
This policy came into effect November 2021.

Review Date
No review date(s) have been set at this time.

Approval
The President and Vice-President of VAGARI approved the policy on November 2021.


RESPONSIBILITIES

It is the responsibility of every employee to know and comply with the provisions of VAGARI’s Code of Conduct. If an employee is unsure of the proper course of action to take in a particular situation, they should speak to their manager or HR. If an employee is unsure as to whether their actions may cause embarrassment or compromise the image and integrity of VAGARI, they should not proceed before seeking further guidance. The following are examples of inappropriate conduct, (but not limited to):
  • Falsification or destruction of records or documents
  • Acts of dishonesty or fraud (including falsification of expense claims)
  • Misuse of property, services, or resources
  • Abuse or misuse of VAGARI expense cards (e.g., using cards for non-business-related purposes)
  • Operation of a VAGARI vehicle in violation of the law
  • Intentional damage or unauthorized use of VAGARI property
  • Inappropriate use of information technology networks and resources, including but not limited to viewing or downloading inappropriate content, downloading software without approval, or attempting to access another individual’s information
  • Negligence resulting in actual or potential harm to VAGARI or its stakeholders
  • Impropriety or the appearance of impropriety
  • Breach of trust
  • Frustration of contract
  • Misuse of position/ abuse of power
  • Criminal conduct
  • Unauthorized or excessive absence
  • Excessive tardiness
  • Failure to abide with any VAGARI policy, procedure, guideline or standard resulting in actual or potential harm to VAGARI or its stakeholders
  • Unauthorized possession or use of alcohol and/or drugs on VAGARI premises or while on VAGARI business
  • The possession of dangerous, deadly, or illegal weapons while on VAGARI premises or while conducting VAGARI business
  • Unauthorized monitoring, recording, or accessing of conversations or other communications
  • Insubordination
  • Fighting, abusive language, threats, or threatening conduct
  • Failing to cooperate with, or providing false, misleading, or incomplete statements to, auditors, examiners, or other investigators regarding any matter relating to VAGARI
  • Other activities not in the best interest of VAGARI or its stakeholders
 


All violations of this policy will be investigated to the best of VAGARI’s ability and in a manner that ensures due process. This policy applies to violations that occur in the following locations:
  • On VAGARI property
  • Off VAGARI property if
    • Violation was in connection with a VAGARI-sponsored or authorized activity
    • Violation may have the effect of harming the reputation of VAGARI
Violations of these policies may require immediate action or investigation and could result in discipline, including dismissal.

Questions
If you have questions or concerns about VAGARI’s Code of Conduct, direct your inquiries to your manager or Human Resources.
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There is no life without water. There is no life without food. A better way is to live on a sustainable world with a healthy environment and normal weather patterns. We only have one true home and that's Earth.

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