Code of Ethics
Every CAPA member is bound by a comprehensive Code of Ethics that governs their conduct with patients, colleagues, and society. These standards protect the public and preserve the integrity of Ayurvedic practice in Canada.
Report a ConcernGet the complete Code of Ethics and Professional Conduct document for your records. It outlines the full standards CAPA members are held to.
Download Code of EthicsThe Six Pillars of Professional Conduct
These principles guide every aspect of a CAPA member's professional life.
Patient-Centred Care
CAPA members place the well-being of the patient at the centre of all clinical decisions. Practitioners must obtain informed consent, respect patient autonomy, and maintain compassionate, culturally sensitive care at all times.
Confidentiality & Privacy
All patient information shared in the context of practice is strictly confidential. CAPA members are required to comply with applicable provincial and federal privacy legislation, including PIPEDA.
Honesty & Integrity
Practitioners must be honest in all representations of their qualifications, services, and outcomes. Misleading claims about credentials or treatment results are a serious violation of the Code.
Scope of Practice
Members are required to practice only within their defined scope of competence. When a patient's needs fall outside this scope, the practitioner must make appropriate referrals to qualified professionals.
Professional Boundaries
Maintaining appropriate professional and personal boundaries with patients is a fundamental obligation. Dual relationships that compromise objectivity or patient welfare are strictly prohibited.
Continuing Competence
Members are obligated to pursue ongoing professional development to maintain and enhance their clinical competence. CAPA's CPD requirements reflect this commitment to lifelong learning.
Member Responsibilities
A detailed breakdown of ethical obligations across three domains.
Responsibilities to Patients
- Provide care that prioritizes the patient's safety and well-being
- Obtain free and informed consent before initiating any treatment
- Respect the patient's right to refuse or discontinue treatment
- Maintain accurate and complete clinical records
- Protect all patient information in accordance with privacy law
Responsibilities to the Profession
- Uphold the dignity and reputation of Ayurvedic medicine
- Accurately represent qualifications and scope of practice
- Report known or suspected misconduct by colleagues
- Support the professional development of students and peers
- Contribute positively to CAPA's mission and standards
Responsibilities to Society
- Promote public health and wellness through evidence-informed practice
- Avoid claims that are misleading, exaggerated, or unsubstantiated
- Collaborate respectfully with other healthcare professionals
- Respect cultural diversity and honour traditional knowledge
- Refuse to engage in discriminatory conduct of any kind
Witnessed a Violation?
If you believe a CAPA member has breached the Code of Ethics, you can file a formal complaint. All submissions are handled with strict confidentiality.