"The attached document is a revised Conflict of Interest and Post-employment Code for Public Office Holders. This is the first updating of the Code since 1994. The objective of the Code is to enhance confidence in our system of government. Our government must uphold the public trust to the highest possible standard. This responsibility falls uniquely on all of us as public office holders.

This Code sets the standards that Canadians will expect of us all. Its principles are intended to guide us in our official duties and responsibilities, and should always inspire us to pursue and uphold the public interest.

By acting always in accordance with the principles and specific provisions of this Code, public office holders will provide Canadians with a greater assurance that our government is acting in an honest and transparent manner.

Paul Martin

Prime Minister of Canada

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