This is the code that employees of the BCSC must follow, among others. Its their duty to protect investors.

http://www.tbs-sct.gc.ca/pol/doc-eng.aspx?id=25049&section=text#sec4a

Also, here is a link to the Integrity Commissioners site for Canada.

http://www.psic-ispc.gc.ca/quicklinks_liensrapides/code_ve_code-eng.aspx

RESPECT FOR DEMOCRACY

The system of Canadian parliamentary democracy and its institutions are fundamental to serving the public interest. Public servants recognize that elected officials are accountable to Parliament, and ultimately to the Canadian people, and that a non-partisan public sector is essential to our democratic system.

Public servants shall uphold the Canadian Parliamentary democracy and its institutions by:

• Respecting the rule of law and carrying out their duties in accordance with legislation, policies and directives in a non-partisan and impartial manner.
• Loyally carrying out the lawful decisions of their leaders and supporting Ministers in their accountability to Parliament and Canadians. (As an independent agent of Parliament that is accountable directly to Parliament.)
• Providing decision-makers with all the information, analysis and advice they need, always striving to be open, candid and impartial.

At the Office, this also means:

• Playing a key role in enhancing the confidence of Canadians in the integrity of public servants and public institutions, as they form our parliamentary democracy, by providing an independent response to wrongdoing and reprisal in the public sector.
• Providing the same service to Canadians regardless of which political party or parties form Government.

RESPECT FOR PEOPLE

Treating all people with respect, dignity and fairness is fundamental to our relationship with the Canadian public and colleagues, and it contributes to a safe and healthy work environment that promotes engagement, openness and transparency. The diversity of people and the ideas they generate are the source of our innovation.

Public servants shall respect human dignity and the value of every person by:

• Treating every person with respect and fairness.
• Valuing diversity and the benefit of combining the unique qualities and strengths inherent in a diverse workforce.
• Helping to create and maintain safe and healthy workplaces that are free from harassment and discrimination.
• Working together in a spirit of openness, honesty and transparency that encourages engagement, collaboration and respectful communication.

At the Office, this also means:

• Demonstrating respect and empathy toward disclosers, complainants, and all persons involved in our proceedings.