M'Chigeeng First Nation Oath of Office
As a member of the M’Chigeeng First Nation Council I will:
- Accept the mission as an active member of the elected Chief and Council
- Represent the interests of all Band Members served by this Council.
- Not use the organization or my service on this Council for my own personal advantage or for the individual advantage of my friends and supporters.
- In the event Conflict of Interest arises – if my elected position and private interests constitute a conflict of interest, I will declare this to the Chief and Council, who will direct in which manner, this may be resolved.
- Not disclose information deemed confidential by this Council or its membership.
- Approach all First Nation issues with an open and conscientious mind, and will be prepared to make the best decision for the betterment of the M’Chigeeng First Nation.
- Promote and uphold the integrity and dignity of the M’Chigeeng First Nation and I will not violate the trust of those who elected me to the Council or of those we serve.
- Focus my efforts on the mission of the organization and not on my personal goals.
- Never exercise authority or interfere as a Councillor except when acting in a meeting with the full Council or as delegated by the Council.
- Not publicly criticize other Council Members, First Nation Employees, or the policies and/or regulations of the M’Chigeeng First Nation.
- Plan and make decisions with other Council Members and support the decisions and respect the opinions and ideas of others on the Council of the M’Chigeeng First Nation.
