At Landscape Nova Scotia, our Codes of Conduct and Ethics are foundational to our values and operations. They guide our members in maintaining the highest standards of professionalism, integrity, and respect within the industry. These codes ensure that we foster a positive and ethical environment where everyone can thrive and contribute to our community’s growth and sustainability. Learn more about the principles that keep our organization strong and our practices exemplary.
Code of Conduct
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Members of Landscape Nova Scotia are expected to observe the Code of Conduct in letter and spirit.
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The Code of Conduct outlines the most important standards of ethical and professional conduct by which Members are expected to abide.
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Membership status is decided and continued based on the Code of Conduct and the Code of Ethics.
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Members shall act fairly, honestly and in a manner they would be prepared to defend publicly in all aspects of the practice of their trade.
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Members shall endeavour to serve clients with integrity, knowledge, and creative ability. They shall provide only the highest level of professional services to clients, employers and others in the landscape horticultural/nursery industry (hereafter “the Industry”).
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Members have a responsibility to provide constructive criticism to the Board of Directors in writing, when necessary, to ensure the continued quality of goods and services.
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Members shall not make false or malicious statements that may injure the professional reputation of another Member.
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Members shall work to maintain confidence and trust in the profession of horticulture and landscape trade. Members’ advertising shall neither be false nor in any way misleading. Members have an obligation to render goods and services in an efficient and cost-effective manner to protect the client’s interest while maintaining acceptable standards.
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Members have an ongoing responsibility to improve their own professional knowledge and skills and keep abreast of new developments in their industry. Members shall encourage continuing education and research within the horticultural and landscape Industry.
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Members shall endeavour to attract individuals with a high degree of honesty, courtesy, integrity, and competence to the profession.
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Members have a responsibility to pay their suppliers.
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Members shall perform work or supply goods according to accepted industry standards and any Landscape Nova Scotia specifications approved from time to time by the Board of Directors.
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Members shall continually strive to better the environment through their dedication to the profession of horticulture and landscape trades.
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Members shall endeavour to be involved in Landscape Nova Scotia and contribute positively to its advancement.
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Members shall positively promote Landscape Nova Scotia to encourage its and its Members’ strengthening in the marketplace.
Code of Ethics
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To work continually toward improving our environment through our dedication to the profession of horticulture.
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To be honest, just, and helpful to all who are our customers.
