Local Administration

The Duty of Care Program works with ministries to protect individuals through developing, implementing, and monitoring compliance with administrative standards.

Exercising a duty of care involves taking steps to avoid causing foreseeable harm to another person or his/her property.

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Administrative Standards

Download standards for various types of ministry.

Emergency Planning

Knowing what to do in the event of an emergency is part of good planning, one of the principles of duty of care.

Governance Responsibilities

Sound financial management, regular audits, and carrying the right types and amounts of insurance are parts of a duty of care.

Incorporation: Section 429

Incorporating as a United Church ministry involves not only provincial/federal regulations but also church requirements, which are identified in section 429 of The Manual.

Caring Community

Demonstrating a duty of care includes providing an environment where people feel safe.