Practice Code of Ethics
The Canadian Nurses Association’s Code of Ethics for Registered Nurses serves as a foundation for nurses’ ethical practice. The specific values and ethical responsibilities expected of registered nurses in Canada are set out in part I of the Code. Endeavours that nurses may undertake to address social inequities as part of ethical practice are outlined in part II.
The Code provides guidance for ethical relationships, responsibilities, behaviours and decision-making, and it is to be used in conjunction with the professional standards, laws and regulations that guide practice.