Documents/DFOC/Values


  • Value [1] Respect:Being professional and courteous
    • Respecting and accepting government and departmental priorities Being recognized as a valued and respected member of the team Treating colleagues and clients with respect Respecting the knowledge that all employees bring to DFO Valuing individual differences and taking other viewpoints into consideration

  • Value [2] Integrity:Being honest, truthful and reliable
    • Setting high standards as individuals Being transparent in dealings with others Ensuring that actions and words represent the interests of Canadians, not personal interests Providing advice that is impartial, objective, factual and furthers the Department's objectives Being committed to open communication Being honest and fair with colleagues

  • Value [3] Responsibility:Being personally accountable and committed
    • Protecting the public interest Providing quality service to Canadians Aligning efforts, energy and expertise with government and departmental priorities Contributing knowledge and professionalism to further the Department's mandate Fulfilling duties in a professional manner Being generous with skills and knowledge Acting as part of the DFO team