Code of Conduct for Elected Officials
Municipal elected officials across Nova Scotia, including Commissioners of Village of Bible Hill, must abide by a prescribed Code of Conduct ensures they follow procedural standards and behave professionally and respectfully.
Click here to view the prescribed Code of Conduct.
Quick Facts:
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the categories of provisions in the code include general conduct, confidential information, gifts and benefits, use of municipal property, business development proposals before council, improper use of influence, business relations, employment of closely connected individuals, fairness, adherence to laws, respect for council as a decision making body, communicating on behalf of council, interactions with staff, respectful interactions and reprisal
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when considering a complaint, elected officials will be required to follow the ‘sanction framework’ included in the code before imposing a sanction on a member
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the sanction framework includes seven areas for consideration, such as the nature of the contravention, the severity and whether any steps were taken to remedy the situation
Reporting a Concern
If you believe a Village Commissioner has violated the Code of Conduct, you may contact our independent professional investigator to report your concern. All reports are handled confidentially.
Contact information to report Code of Conduct violations:
Tracey Williams
Professional Investigator – Mobile Resource Group Inc.
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Phone: 902-266-3040