Governance Statements Cooperation Canada Code of Ethics A tradition of mutual responsibility for ethical practice / Resource Centre / Governance / Cooperation Canada Code of Ethics Cooperation Canada and its members champion fundamental ethical principles, prioritizing the rights and needs of all, promoting international cooperation for human rights, environmental sustainability and social justice. We commit to championing human rights, advancing our duty of care, fostering public trust and actively contributing to civil society’s flourishing in Canada and internationally. The Cooperation Canada Code of Ethics is a voluntary, self-regulating framework that sets a standard for ethical practices within the international cooperation sector. It is an aspirational document with a primary objective to enhance the impact of international cooperation initiatives and bolster trust among collaborators by promoting greater transparency and accountability among its signatories.