ScaleUP Community Code of Conduct
Scaling companies. Strengthening leaders. Supporting each other.
The ScaleUP Community exists to bring together founders, executives, advisors, and ecosystem partners committed to building and scaling high-growth companies across Western Canada.
Our goal is simple: create a trusted environment where leaders can share insights, challenge ideas, and support one another through the realities of scaling a business.
This community is part of the broader ScaleUP movement—an initiative designed to accelerate business growth through evidence, connection, and action.
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To maintain a high-trust environment, all members agree to the following Code of Conduct.
Our Shared Principles
1. Respect the Leader Behind the Company
ScaleUP community members include founders, executives, investors, and advisors navigating complex growth challenges.
Treat every member with professionalism and respect.
This means:
Listen with curiosity, not judgment
Assume positive intent
Engage in constructive dialogue, even when perspectives differ
2. Share Generously, Learn Actively
The ScaleUP Community thrives when members openly share lessons learned from the scaling journey.
Members are encouraged to:
Share practical experiences and insights
Ask thoughtful questions
Contribute ideas and resources that help others grow
This community is built on evidence in action—turning real experience into shared learning.
3. Build a Collaborative Ecosystem
ScaleUP currently exists to strengthen the scaleup ecosystem across Western Canada, specifically in British Columbia, Alberta, Saskatchewan, Manitoba, Yukon and the Northwest Territories.
Members should:
Support collaboration across regions
Encourage diverse perspectives
Help connect other members to resources, partners, and opportunities
This community is not about competition—it is about collective growth.
4. Engage with Integrity
Members are expected to participate authentically and responsibly.
Not permitted within the community:
Spam or unsolicited sales outreach
Aggressive self-promotion
Harassment or discriminatory behaviour
Sharing misleading or false information
Members may share opportunities or services when relevant and valuable to the community conversation.
Community Participation Expectations
Members are encouraged to actively contribute by:
Attending events such as ScaleUP Summits, Socials and regional gatherings
Sharing insights, resources, or growth lessons in community discussions
Connecting 1:1 to support fellow members on their scaling journey
The strength of this community depends on the engagement of our members.
Reporting Concerns
If a member experiences or witnesses behaviour that violates this Code of Conduct, please notify the ScaleUP team.
Reports can be made confidentially to: ScaleUP Community Team 📧 connect@scaleupweek.ca
The team will review concerns promptly and take appropriate action to maintain a safe and respectful environment.
Possible actions may include:
Private discussion with the member involved
Warning or temporary suspension from the community
Removal from the community in serious cases
Our Commitment
The ScaleUP Community is more than a social network—it is a movement dedicated to helping ambitious companies grow, scale, and contribute to Western Canada’s economic future.
Together we are building a trusted platform where leaders connect, learn, and take action.
Let’s scale up, together.
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