The ACCRES Code of Conduct outlines specific standards of conduct for members of the Association of Canadian Cannabis Retailers (ACCRES), with respect to the manner in which they deal with other members and the public at large. All ACCRES members agree to adhere to this code as a condition of membership .
ACCRES recognizes that the way members conduct business reflects upon the professionalism of the entire cannabis industry. Therefore, upon acceptance into membership, ACCRES requests that members abide by the ACCRES Code of Conduct in word, action, and with the spirit of integrity that is at the core of these principles.
Members of ACCRES demonstrate their commitment to the profession, to their community, and to their peers by pledging to uphold and abide by the following standards:
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We shall conduct ourselves and our businesses with integrity and in an honest and dignified manner, and in adherence to federal, provincial, and municipal bylaws that may have been established.
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We shall conduct ourselves and our businesses with integrity and in an honest and dignified manner, in adherence to federal, provincial and municipal regulations that have been established.
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Given the high visibility of the cannabis industry, the stigmas we seek to undermine, and the scrutiny under which we operate, we commit to appearing and acting professionally in order to reflect a positive image for the industry and promote our profession.
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Given the high visibility of the cannabis industry, the stigmas we seek to undermine, an d the scrutiny under which we operate, we commit to appearing and acting professionally in order to reflect a positive image for the industry and promote our profession.
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Recognizing the value of maintaining a higher standard, ACCRES members will guide their operations by provincial and municipal retail operating requirements and guidelines
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Recognizing the value of maintaining a higher standard, ACCRES members will guide their operations according to the provincial and municipal operating regulations and guidelines.
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We will strive to educate ourselves, our staff, and our clients about the most current research and best practices available to the industry.
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We will strive to educate ourselves, our staff, and our clients about the most current research and best practices available to the industry.
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We agree that safety, training and education are of the utmost importance in maintaining a professional workforce. We pledge to provide for the safety and training of employees to ensure a healthy work environment. We will endeavour to grow our workforce through training and employee development.
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We agree that safety, training and education are of the utmost importance in maintaining a professional workforce. We pledge to provide for the safety and training of employees to ensure a healthy work environment. We will endeavor to grow our workforce through t raining and employee development.
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We shall conduct ourselves in an honest and transparent manner by respecting our communities and the people we serve.
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We shall conduct ourselves in an honest and transparent manner by respecting our communities and the people we serve.
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We shall obtain and maintain provincial and municipal licenses required by applicable provincial and local law to engage in any aspect of the retail cannabis industry.
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We shall obtain and maintain provincial and municipal licenses required by applicable provincial and local law to engage in any aspect of the retail cannabis industry.
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We recognize the precarious nature of the existing laws and regulations and pledge to support political activity that advances the legitimization of the in dustry — both through their support of ACCRES and through support of local efforts.
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We recognize the existing laws and regulations and pledge to support political activity that advances the integration of the industry — both through their support of ACCRES and through support of local efforts.
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We support advertising that reflects positively on the cannabis industry and complies with all federal, provincial and municipal regulations, as well as truth – in – advertising standards.
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We support advertising that reflects positively on the cannabis industry and complies with all federal, provincial and municipal regulations, as well as truth – in – advertising standards.
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We shall treat ACCRES members with respect, honour, and good faith. Members shall voice their concerns about other members or the products they offer in a professional and constructive way within the organization in order to avoid conflicts of interest and anti – competitive behaviour.
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We shall treat ACCRES members with respect, honour, and good faith. Members shall voice their concerns about other members or the products they offer in a professional and constructive way within the organization in order to avoid conflicts of interest and anti – competitive behaviour.
