Policy Statement SelfDesign Learning Foundation (SDLF) is committed to fostering a culture of transparency, accountability, and ethical conduct. This Whistleblower Policy is designed to provide a clear and safe process for individuals to report concerns about suspected wrongdoing, misconduct, or other breaches of the law or our organizational policies, without fear of retaliation. SDLF encourages […]
Author: Michelle Sim
2.1.1 Alcohol and Other Controlled Substances Policy
Policy Statement SelfDesign Learning Foundation (SDLF) is committed to providing environments that promote safety and wellness and, therefore, is committed to the prohibition of possession, distribution or sale, and use of alcohol, controlled substances, and other substances that may cause impairment at SDLF functions both online and at physical locations. Definitions Controlled Substance – generally […]
4.7 Internal Financial Controls Policy
Policy Statement SelfDesign Learning Foundation (SDLF) is committed to minimizing errors and omissions, in addition to avoiding and detecting fraud. This policy is intended to ensure that there are internal checks and balances in place to safeguard the organization, maintain the integrity of our processes, and hold individuals accountable. Definitions Errors – an unintentional mistake […]
4.8 Payment Control Policy
Policy Statement SelfDesign Learning Foundation (SDLF) is committed to ensuring that all payments for services, products and/or donations to the organization will be satisfactorily verified and accurate record-keeping practices followed. Definitions Suspicious transaction report – A suspicious transaction report is a type of report that you must submit to FINTRAC when a financial transaction occurs, […]
4.9 Financial Authorization Policy: EFTs, Wires, Cheques, Online Bank Transfers
Policy Statement SelfDesign Learning Foundation is committed to ensuring that all payments through all formats are properly authorized. Definitions None / Term – definition Policy SelfDesign Learning Foundation will ensure that financial authority is delegated in a manner that allows for appropriate responsibility while maintaining governing fiduciary oversight. Protocol 1. Corporate Credit Cards Approved monthly […]
4.6 Financial Reports Policy
Policy Statement SelfDesign Learning Foundation (SDLF) is committed to regular financial reporting to meet accountability requirements and support decision-making by organizational leadership and the Board of Directors. Definitions None Policy SelfDesign Learning Foundation has developed regular internal financial reports for the Board’s review at their regular meetings and will include, at a minimum, a balance […]
4.2 Budgeting Policy
Policy Statement SelfDesign Learning Foundation (SDLF) is committed to producing an annual budget in a manner to maintain the integrity of our purpose and accountability of our Leads. Definitions None Policy SelfDesign Learning Foundation will produce an annual balanced budget that will govern its operations for the ensuing year, identifying projected revenue from all sources […]
1.2.1 Pandemic Response Policy
Policy Statement SelfDesign Learning Foundation (SDLF) is committed to following all guidelines issued by governing and regulatory authorities during a pandemic to minimize exposure and protect health and safety. Definitions Pandemic – an outbreak of any disease on a large, global scale (as and when declared by the provincial health authorities). Pandemic Response Team – […]
2.1.8 Legal Liability Policy
Policy Statement SelfDesign Learning Foundation (SDLF) is committed to the prudent resolution of legal matters that may arise, directly or indirectly, through the actions of a contractor, support provider, volunteer, or board member while doing work for SDLF. By addressing issues as soon as they arise, SDLF expects to proactively address liability concerns. SDLF is […]
1.1.3 Accessibility Policy
Policy Statement SelfDesign Learning Foundation (SDLF) is committed to supporting people with disabilities to meaningfully participate in their communities, starting with our community here at SelfDesign Learning Foundation. Definitions Barrier – an obstacle that prevents movement, access, or participation. Disability – any impairment, including a physical, mental, intellectual, cognitive, learning, communication or sensory impairment – […]