Code of Conduct for Members of the Crowsnest Pass Chamber of Commerce  

 I/we recognize that membership is a privilege and that a membership brings with it the responsibility to assure that all members understand and commit to the following membership undertaking. The code of conduct shall, without limitation, require members to:

  1. Conduct business and professional activities in a reputable manner so as to reflect honorably upon the business community;

  2. Respect the reputation, profile and status of the Crowsnest Pass Chamber of Commerce, and represent The Chamber accordingly;

  3. Understand support and promote the Missions & Goals of the Crowsnest Pass Chamber of Commerce, and co-operate with fellow members in the application of this Code of Conduct;

  4. Whenever reasonably possible, participate in the functions and activities of The Chamber, and promote the enhancement of business growth within Crowsnest Pass;

  5. Observe the highest standards of ethics in rendering services and/or offering products for sale, based on the members own knowledge and expertise;

  6. Not to issue – whether via email, phone, SMS, social media or similar platform – any malicious, inflammatory, critical, defamatory, abusive or threatening messages or statements in relation to The Chamber, The Executive and The Board.

  7. To ensure that communication with The Chamber employees, The Executive  and The Board is measured, reasonable and professional and devoid of any comments against any of them in their personal capacity.

  8. To respect the rights of  The Chamber staff, The Executive,  The Board and non-member participants to a safe environment when working for, or attending or participating in events, meetings or activities hosted or facilitated by, The Chamber, free from harassment, abuse or discrimination and, in particular, not to use threatening behaviour.

  9. Refrain from engaging in any practices prohibited by law or seeking unfair advantage over fellow members; and

  10. Refrain from publicly disparaging the business practices of fellow members* and refrain from condoning or engaging in misrepresentation or unethical practices. (*This does not include comments made in the course of duties normally performed by reporters, lawyers, etc.)

I/we also understand that the failure to adhere to the professional and personal obligations of the Crowsnest Pass Chamber of Commerce, as outlined above can result in the termination of my/our membership. This document is an integral part of the Membership Application and must be completed and returned to the Chamber office at the time of applying for membership.

A copy of the Chamber Bylaws can viewed at the office.