Allegations of Wrongdoing. We all have a duty to protect the integrity of the organization. As such, Board Members and employees have a duty to report any breaches of confidentiality, privacy, conflict of interest or other perceived wrongdoing. Examples of activities that must be reported include: ▪ Activities which contravene the law; ▪ Real or perceived conflict of interest, breach of standards or breach of DFO’s Code of Conduct; ▪ Misuse of corporate funds or assets; and ▪ Activities which present a danger to public health, safety or the environment. Incidents involving employees should be reported to their manager, Manager, Human Resources and Organizational Development, or General Manager. Incidents involving a Board Member, the General Manager or the Secretariat should be reported to the Chair. Incidents involving the Chair should be reported to the Vice Chair. A Board Member who is found to have engaged in any wrongdoing will be subject to disciplinary action, up to and including referral to the Agriculture, Food and Rural Affairs Tribunal for remedy and resolution. Board Members or employees who report any wrong doing will be safe from reprisals, unless the report is found to be malicious.
