Business Ethics

Copeland and its affiliates and subsidiaries are committed to upholding the highest ethical standards when working with customers, suppliers, governments, the public, and each other. All Copeland employees adhere to these standards and contribute to a culture of transparency, fairness and accountability within the organization.

The Copeland Ethics and Compliance Program has the following primary guidance documents: 

• Copeland Canada Modern Slavery Report This report describes the continued efforts being taken to enhance the transparency in our supply chains by outlining the steps taken during the 2023 financial year to prevent and reduce the risk that forced labour or child labour ("Modern Slavery") is used at any step of the production of goods in Canada or elsewhere, or of goods imported into Canada.
• Employee Code of Conduct handbook, which outlines the responsibilities of all employees.
  • Executive Officer Supplement, which addresses the special responsibilities of the company's executive officers.
  • Directors Supplement, which addresses the special responsibilities of members of the company's Board of Directors.
• Supplier Code of Conduct, which address the responsibilities for all suppliers.
• Code of Ethics for Business Partners, which addresses expectations for all our vendors, suppliers and customers regarding ethical and business standards.