Business Ethics

Copeland and its affiliates and subsidiaries are committed to upholding the highest ethical standards when working with customers, suppliers, governments, the public, and each other. All Copeland employees adhere to these standards and contribute to a culture of transparency, fairness and accountability within the organization.

The Copeland Ethics and Compliance Program has the following primary guidance documents: 

• Employee Code of Conduct handbook, which outlines the responsibilities of all employees.
  • Executive Officer Supplement, which addresses the special responsibilities of the company's executive officers.
  • Directors Supplement, which addresses the special responsibilities of members of the company's Board of Directors.
• Supplier Code of Conduct, which address the responsibilities for all suppliers.
• Code of Ethics for Business Partners, which addresses expectations for all our vendors, suppliers and customers regarding ethical and business standards.
• Statement of Tax Principles, which describes Copeland’s approach to management of its tax affairs.
• Copeland statement on the California Transparency in Supply Chains Act and United Kingdom Modern Slavery Act of 2015. Outlines efforts to address slavery and human trafficking in supply chain.
  • 2025 
  • 2024
• Copeland Canada Modern Slavery Report This report describes the continued efforts being taken to enhance the transparency in our supply chains by outlining the steps taken during the 2023 financial year to prevent and reduce the risk that forced labour or child labour ("Modern Slavery") is used at any step of the production of goods in Canada or elsewhere, or of goods imported into Canada.
  
  • 2024
  • 2023
• Copeland Conflict Minerals Statement - This statement reflects our dedication to corporate social responsibility and underscores our belief that responsible business is not only good for our company but also for the world we share. 
• Copeland’s Commitment on Human Rights
  At Copeland, we respect and promote internationally recognized human rights across our global operations and value chain. Guided by the UN Guiding Principles on Business and Human Rights and as a proud participant of the UN Global Compact, we embed dignity, fairness, and integrity into the way we work. This statement affirms our commitment to safe and inclusive workplaces, zero tolerance for forced or child labor, fair working conditions, and ethical business conduct.
• Copeland Sustainable Supply Chain Due Diligence Commitment
  Our commitment to sustainability extends beyond our operations to our entire supply chain. Through a risk-based, principles-driven due diligence framework, we align our supply chain with Copeland’s values and global standards, including the FCPA, UK Bribery Act, Modern Slavery Acts, we work with suppliers to build transparent, ethical, and resilient supply chains that support our customers and communities worldwide.