Title: 3.2 Values – Ethics in Law Enforcement
Headings: 3.2 Values
3.2 Values
Canadian Border Services Agency (CBSA)
BC Corrections [1]
Vancouver Police Department
Royal Canadian Mounted Police (RCMP) [2]

Content: Professionalism
We employ public resources wisely and properly. We provide efficient, competent and excellent service. We set high standards of achievement and accountability both individually and collectively. BC Corrections [1]
Integrity
Taking responsibility for our actions
Understanding how our actions can affect others
Courage
Doing what’s right and staying positive, not popular
Trying something new, risking failure
Leading by example
Teamwork
Coming together in times of crisis
Mentoring
Working with people in other departments for a common purpose
Passion
Sharing creative solutions with the leadership team
Demonstrating pride in what we do
Attempting to perform at a level we would expect of others
Service
Maintaining respectful relationships
Working effectively with our justice partners
Doing our job really well
Curiosity
Listening to new ideas
Challenging the way we do business and being willing to try new ideas
Seeking a better way to achieve our goals
Accountability
Being responsible for any action we take, and believing in ourselves
Taking ownership for our actions
Providing effective leadership and direction to our teams
Vancouver Police Department
The Vancouver Police Department has four core values, which they refer to as IPAR: Integrity
Professionalism
Accountability
Respect
Royal Canadian Mounted Police (RCMP) [2]
Recognizing the dedication of all employees, we will create and maintain an environment of individual safety, well-being and development. We are guided by: Integrity
Honesty
Professionalism
Compassion
Respect
Accountability
When applying for a job with any law enforcement agency, it is important that the applicant understands the core values of that agency. The Vancouver Police website succinctly addresses the importance of knowing the agency’s stated core values and demonstrating a life lived where these values have been incorporated in day-to-day living: These core values can’t be taught in any school, and they are non-negotiable for our applicants. Without these, it would be impossible to have a successful career with the VPD.