{"id":7550,"date":"2026-05-19T14:16:23","date_gmt":"2026-05-19T18:16:23","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/cnpf.ca\/?page_id=7550"},"modified":"2026-10-15T10:02:07","modified_gmt":"2026-10-15T14:02:07","slug":"code-of-conduct","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/cnpf.ca\/en\/paif\/code-of-conduct\/","title":{"rendered":"Code of Conduct"},"content":{"rendered":"\t\t<div data-elementor-type=\"wp-page\" data-elementor-id=\"7550\" class=\"elementor elementor-7550 elementor-5699\" data-elementor-post-type=\"page\">\n\t\t\t\t<div data-particle_enable=\"false\" data-particle-mobile-disabled=\"false\" class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-09313b2 e-flex e-con-boxed e-con e-parent\" data-id=\"09313b2\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\" data-settings=\"{&quot;background_background&quot;:&quot;classic&quot;}\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"e-con-inner\">\n\t\t<div data-particle_enable=\"false\" data-particle-mobile-disabled=\"false\" class=\"elementor-element 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Canada.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<div data-particle_enable=\"false\" data-particle-mobile-disabled=\"false\" class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-d9467cb e-flex e-con-boxed e-con e-parent\" data-id=\"d9467cb\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\" data-settings=\"{&quot;background_background&quot;:&quot;classic&quot;}\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"e-con-inner\">\n\t\t<div data-particle_enable=\"false\" data-particle-mobile-disabled=\"false\" class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-3b41a14 e-con-full e-flex e-con e-child\" data-id=\"3b41a14\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\">\n\t\t<div data-particle_enable=\"false\" data-particle-mobile-disabled=\"false\" class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-f8c352d e-con-full e-flex e-con e-child\" data-id=\"f8c352d\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element 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Fundamental values<\/a><\/li>\n<li id=\"menu-item-7562\" class=\"menu-item menu-item-type-custom menu-item-object-custom menu-item-has-children menu-item-7562\"><a href=\"https:\/\/cnpf.ca\/en\/paif\/code-of-conduct\/#principes\">2. 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Conclusion<\/a><\/li>\n<li id=\"menu-item-7576\" class=\"menu-item menu-item-type-custom menu-item-object-custom menu-item-7576\"><a href=\"https:\/\/cnpf.ca\/en\/paif\/code-of-conduct\/#contributeurs\">List of Contributors to the Project Coordination Committee<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>                <button class=\"eael-advanced-menu-toggle\" aria-label=\"Essential Addons Toggle Menu\">\n                    <svg aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"e-font-icon-svg e-fas-bars\" viewBox=\"0 0 448 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path d=\"M16 132h416c8.837 0 16-7.163 16-16V76c0-8.837-7.163-16-16-16H16C7.163 60 0 67.163 0 76v40c0 8.837 7.163 16 16 16zm0 160h416c8.837 0 16-7.163 16-16v-40c0-8.837-7.163-16-16-16H16c-8.837 0-16 7.163-16 16v40c0 8.837 7.163 16 16 16zm0 160h416c8.837 0 16-7.163 16-16v-40c0-8.837-7.163-16-16-16H16c-8.837 0-16 7.163-16 16v40c0 8.837 7.163 16 16 16z\"><\/path><\/svg>                <\/button>\n            <\/div>\n            \t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-a8832f6 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"a8832f6\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<h2 id=\"preambule\" style=\"color: #1183c3; font-weight: 600; scroll-margin-top: 100px;\">Introduction<\/h2><p>This code of conduct aims to establish an ethical and responsible framework for the international recruitment of early childhood educators, taking into account the realities of their countries of origin, best practices, and recommendations expressed by Canadian embassies abroad.<\/p><p>It is therefore aimed at any person, organization, or company that wishes to recruit specialized early childhood education staff internationally.<\/p><p>It supports the Study of recognition of international Francophone diplomas in early childhood education to work in a minority context in Canada.<\/p><p>For further information, we invite you to consult this document, which offers a more detailed analysis, particularly with regard to country-specific information.<\/p><h2 id=\"valeurs\" style=\"color: #1183c3; font-weight: 600; margin-top: 20px; scroll-margin-top: 100px;\">1. Fundamental values<\/h2><p><strong>Transparency<\/strong><br \/>The recruitment and evaluation processes must be clearly communicated to candidates and local partners (institutions, ministries, and embassies).<\/p><p><strong>Fairness<\/strong><br \/>No candidate should be at a disadvantage because of their origin, socio-economic status, or migration situation.<\/p><p><strong>Shared commitment<\/strong><br \/>Employers, training institutions, and candidates share a common responsibility for successful integration.<\/p><p>Those involved in recruitment must be aware of the risk of \u201cbrain drain,\u201d which could harm diplomatic relations between Canada and the candidate\u2019s country of origin. They must work closely with local institutions and ensure that the positive effects of the partnership are maximized.<\/p><h2 id=\"principes\" style=\"color: #1183c3; font-weight: 600; margin-top: 20px; scroll-margin-top: 100px;\">2. Guiding principles for recruiters<\/h2><h3 id=\"collaboration-locale\" style=\"font-weight: 600; margin-top: 20px; scroll-margin-top: 100px;\">2.1 Collaboration with local institutions<\/h3><ul><li>Communicate with the embassy of the engaged country or countries to learn about the practices to be respected and to establish an appropriate diplomatic relationship <strong>(MANDATORY)<\/strong>;<\/li><li>Emphasize institutions recognized by the State in each country <strong>(MANDATORY)<\/strong>;<\/li><li>Sign memoranda of understanding or letters of collaboration with post-secondary institutions, training centres, or other local partners that facilitate recruiters\u2019 access to a pool of candidates <strong>(SUGGESTED)<\/strong>.<\/li><\/ul><h3 id=\"recrutement-ethique\" style=\"font-weight: 600; margin-top: 20px; scroll-margin-top: 100px;\">2.2 Ethical recruitment<\/h3><ul><li>Avoid practices of diverting students in training or direct recruitment without validation from local authorities (ministries\/government) <strong>(MANDATORY)<\/strong>;<\/li><li>Do not use unaccredited intermediaries (e.g., unlicensed placement agencies) <strong>(MANDATORY)<\/strong>;<\/li><li>Ensure that job offers comply with Canadian labour standards and include settlement support <strong>(MANDATORY)<\/strong>.<\/li><\/ul><h3 id=\"qualification-professionnelle\" style=\"font-weight: 600; margin-top: 20px; scroll-margin-top: 100px;\">2.3 Evaluation of professional qualifications<\/h3><ul><li>Have a good knowledge of the criteria for recognizing candidates\u2019 credentials in their country of origin <strong>(WHEN POSSIBLE)<\/strong>;<\/li><li>Know the options for bridging training (remotely or in person) to bridge the gaps between study programs <strong>(WHEN POSSIBLE)<\/strong>;<\/li><li>Inform candidates that the assessment of their professional qualification can be a long, costly, and complex process, in order to avoid creating unrealistic expectations <strong>(MANDATORY)<\/strong>.<\/li><\/ul><h3 id=\"communication-interculturelle\" style=\"font-weight: 600; margin-top: 20px; scroll-margin-top: 100px;\">2.4 Intercultural communication<\/h3><ul><li>Be trained in intercultural communication and the realities of educational systems in other countries <strong>(MANDATORY)<\/strong>;<\/li><li>Encourage bilateral information sessions (e.g., webinars with institutions and embassies) <strong>(SUGGESTED)<\/strong>;<\/li><li>Provide an adaptation period for recruited individuals, including awareness training on Canadian pedagogy and local expectations in child care settings <strong>(MANDATORY)<\/strong>.<\/li><\/ul><h3 id=\"suivi-retroaction\" style=\"font-weight: 600; margin-top: 20px; scroll-margin-top: 100px;\">2.5 Follow-up and feedback<\/h3><ul><li>Ensure individual follow-up of recruited persons during the immigration, settlement, and professional integration processes <strong>(MANDATORY)<\/strong>;<\/li><li>Conduct an annual joint evaluation of international partnerships, in collaboration with embassies and local institutions <strong>(SUGGESTED)<\/strong>;<\/li><li>Share good practices with other employers or provinces and territories while respecting regional distinctions <strong>(SUGGESTED)<\/strong>;<\/li><li>Follow up on received CVs and the hiring process <strong>(MANDATORY)<\/strong>.<\/li><\/ul><h2 id=\"renseignements\" style=\"color: #1183c3; font-weight: 600; margin-top: 20px; scroll-margin-top: 100px;\">3. Country-specific information<\/h2><h3 id=\"belgique\" style=\"font-weight: 600; margin-top: 20px; scroll-margin-top: 100px;\">3.1 Belgium<\/h3><p><strong>Key ministries or organizations:<\/strong> Le Forem and Actiris (public employment and professional training services in Wallonia and Brussels).<\/p><p><strong>Recommended cultural approach:<\/strong> A collaborative approach, emphasizing the common good and the current shortage.<\/p><p><strong>Recommended contact methods:<\/strong> Through Le Forem or Actiris.<\/p><p><strong>Mistakes to avoid:<\/strong> Not going through official structures.<\/p><p><strong>Recommendations from the Canadian agent on site:<\/strong> Work with the public employment services and find out about local constraints.<\/p><h3 id=\"cameroun\" style=\"font-weight: 600; margin-top: 20px; scroll-margin-top: 100px;\">3.2 Cameroon<\/h3><p><strong>Key ministries or organizations:<\/strong> Ministry of Basic Education (MINEDUB), Ministry of Higher Education (MINESUP), and Ministry of Social Affairs (MINAS).<\/p><p><strong>Recommended cultural approach:<\/strong> Formality, respect for titles and hierarchy, face-to-face meetings are valued.<\/p><p><strong>Recommended contact methods:<\/strong> Through the government ministries for the public sector, and directly through management for the private sector.<\/p><p><strong>Mistakes to avoid:<\/strong> An informal approach, disregard for protocols, and vague objectives.<\/p><p><strong>Recommendations from the Canadian agent on site:<\/strong> Designate a local contact and make allowances for response times.<\/p><h3 id=\"cote-divoire\" style=\"font-weight: 600; margin-top: 20px; scroll-margin-top: 100px;\">3.3 Ivory Coast<\/h3><p><strong>Key ministries or organizations:<\/strong> Institut national sup\u00e9rieur de formation sociale (INSFS).<\/p><p><strong>Recommended cultural approach:<\/strong> Recognize official titles, go through the secretariat or a direct collaborator to respect protocol, and choose official and hierarchical lines of communication.<\/p><p><strong>Recommended contact methods:<\/strong> Through direct contacts with institution management.<\/p><p><strong>Mistakes to avoid:<\/strong> Direct criticism or negative judgments: frame conflicts as areas for improvement or opportunities.<\/p><p><strong>Recommendations from the Canadian agent on site:<\/strong> Allow for several meetings to build trust.<\/p><h3 id=\"france\" style=\"font-weight: 600; margin-top: 20px; scroll-margin-top: 100px;\">3.4 France<\/h3><p><strong>Key ministries or organizations:<\/strong> Minist\u00e8re du Travail et des Solidarit\u00e9s, Minist\u00e8re de la Sant\u00e9, des Familles, de l\u2019Autonomie et des Personnes handicap\u00e9es, and France Travail.<\/p><p><strong>Recommended cultural approach:<\/strong> Diplomatic approach and discretion due to the shortage.<\/p><p><strong>Recommended contact methods:<\/strong> Through France Travail or at specialized events.<\/p><p><strong>Mistakes to avoid:<\/strong> Communication that is too visible or direct, and addressing the issue of salary first.<\/p><p><strong>Recommendations from the Canadian agent on site:<\/strong> Participate in specialist conferences like Petit 1, and remain discreet and focused on collaboration.<\/p><h3 id=\"maroc\" style=\"font-weight: 600; margin-top: 20px; scroll-margin-top: 100px;\">3.5 Morocco<\/h3><p><strong>Key ministries or organizations:<\/strong> Office de la formation professionnelle et de promotion du travail (OFPPT), Agence nationale de la promotion de l\u2019emploi et des comp\u00e9tences (ANAPEC), and Minist\u00e8re de l\u2019Inclusion \u00e9conomique, de la petite entreprise, de l\u2019emploi et des comp\u00e9tences (MIEPEEC).<\/p><p><strong>Recommended cultural approach:<\/strong> Respect for hierarchies, formal politeness, and appreciation of the partner country.<\/p><p><strong>Recommended contact methods:<\/strong> Through initial contact with the OFPPT or the ANAPEC, then through referral to the institutions.<\/p><p><strong>Mistakes to avoid:<\/strong> Contacting the institutions directly, without going through official structures.<\/p><p><strong>Recommendations from the Canadian agent on site:<\/strong> Prioritize win-win partnerships and emphasize the local added value of the project.<\/p><h3 id=\"tunisie\" style=\"font-weight: 600; margin-top: 20px; scroll-margin-top: 100px;\">3.6 Tunisia<\/h3><p><strong>Key ministries or organizations:<\/strong> Minist\u00e8re de la Femme, de la Famille, de l\u2019Enfance et des Personnes \u00e2g\u00e9es, and the Agence Tunisienne de Coop\u00e9ration Technique (ATCT).<\/p><p><strong>Recommended cultural approach:<\/strong> A respectful and hierarchical approach, and prioritizing official contacts.<\/p><p><strong>Recommended contact methods:<\/strong> Through the Ministry or through national educational networks.<\/p><p><strong>Mistakes to avoid:<\/strong> Ignoring state structures or official procedures.<\/p><p><strong>Recommendations from the Canadian agent on site:<\/strong> Emphasize bilateral partnerships and contextualize Canadian needs.<\/p><h2 id=\"conclusion\" style=\"color: #1183c3; font-weight: 600; margin-top: 20px; scroll-margin-top: 100px;\">4. Conclusion<\/h2><p>This code of conduct is intended to be a practical and ethical guide to define international recruitment practices in the field of early childhood education.<\/p><p>Based on the values of transparency, fairness, and mutual commitment, it aims to foster sustainable and responsible partnerships between Canada and professionals\u2019 countries of origin. Taking into account the cultural, institutional, and diplomatic characteristics of each country, it ensures respectful dialogue, appropriate recognition of professional qualifications, and the successful integration of Francophone educators into Canadian child care services.<\/p><p>By applying it collectively, recruiters, employers, institutions, and candidates will contribute to building a fair recruitment system that respects local talent and benefits all parties involved.<\/p><p style=\"font-size: 14px; margin-top: 30px;\">This project is funded in part by the Government of Canada. The views and opinions expressed in this publication are those of the authors and do not necessarily reflect those of the Government of Canada.<\/p><p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-medium wp-image-7600\" src=\"https:\/\/cnpf.ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/funded-by-the-government-of-canada-en.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"300\" height=\"50\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cnpf.ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/funded-by-the-government-of-canada-en.png 545w, https:\/\/cnpf.ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/funded-by-the-government-of-canada-en-300x50.png 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><\/p><h2 id=\"contributeurs\" style=\"color: #1183c3; font-weight: 600; margin-top: 20px; scroll-margin-top: 100px;\">List of Contributors to the Project Coordination Committee<\/h2><p><em>Study on the Recognition of International Francophone Early Childhood Education Credentials for Employment in Francophone Minority Communities in Canada<\/em><\/p><ul><li><strong style=\"color: #1183c3;\">Expert Consultants :<\/strong> <span style=\"color: #1183c3;\">Solutions Eur\u00eaka<\/span><br \/>Jacinthe Lemire <em>(Lead Consultant)<\/em><br \/>Linda Lowther <em>(Associate Consultant)<\/em><\/li><li><strong style=\"color: #1183c3;\">National Project Co-Coordinators :<\/strong><br \/>Kathleen Couture <em>(Executive Director, Association of Francophone Early Childhood Centres of Prince Edward Island)<\/em><br \/>Leslie Larbalestrier <em>(Assistant Director, Garderie du petit cheval blanc, Yukon)<\/em><\/li><li><strong style=\"color: #1183c3;\">National Commission of Francophone Parents (CNPF) Team :<\/strong><br \/>Marie-Andr\u00e9e Asselin <em>(Executive Director)<\/em><br \/>Richard Vaillancourt <em>(Director of Programs)<\/em><br \/>Nathalie Lachance <em>(Head of Communications)<\/em><\/li><li><strong style=\"color: #1183c3;\">Other Contributors :<\/strong><br \/>Sub-recipient organizations involved in the project from across the CNPF network and the National Table on Early Learning and Child Care Services.<br \/>Members of the Working Group on International Recruitment in Early Childhood Education (GTRIPE).<\/li><\/ul>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Introduction This code of conduct aims to establish an ethical and responsible framework for the international recruitment of early childhood educators, taking into account the realities of their countries of origin, best practices, and recommendations expressed by Canadian embassies abroad. 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