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Community Involvement

M3 Financial Group is committed to fulfilling it’s role as a responsible citizen and believes in giving something back to the communities in which it operates. In this regard our purpose is two–fold:

• Our business earns the respect and loyalty of our employees‚ clients and the communities in which they reside; and‚
• More importantly‚ it improves our society and the well being of its citizens.

M3 Financial Group donates involvement and profits to worthy causes in the form of both cash and in–kind gifts. Our philanthropic giving focuses on three sectors:

• Health and Wellness
• Education and Youth Leadership Training
• Community Development

Additionally‚ M3 Financial Group implements sound Charitable Giving Programs with not–for–profit organizations to assist them and their sponsors to advance their causes. For more information on how we can help your organization with donation strategies‚ please contact us to obtain a copy of our Charitable Giving Guide.

Organizations We Support

	Kimmapii Kids http://www.kimmapiikids.org
	Art a la Carte http://www.artalacarte.org
	Werklund Foundation http://www.werklundfoundation.org
	Animal Rescue Foundation http://www.arf.ab.ca

Ethical Culture

M3 Financial Group is committed to applying the highest standards of integrity in all decisions and activities. As an Independent Financial Advisory company with Manulife Financial‚ we comply with Manulife’s Code of Business Conduct and Ethics.

1. Why Ethics Matter
• At Manulife Financial we value our good name...
2. Living Manulife Financial’s Values
• Our values guide everything we do...
3. Ethics in the Workplace
• A positive and productive workplace means treating each other with respect and trust...
4. Ethics in Your Business Relationships
• Our business depends on sound relationships...
5. Conflicts of Interest
• A "conflict of interest" occures when...
6. Handling Information
• Information is one of the Company’s most vital assets...
7. Ethics and the Law
• We are committed to operating whithin the laws...
8. A Final Word
• Our reputation is the result of more than 100 years of dedication‚ quality service and ethical dealings...

Environment

We believe that preservation of the environment is fundamental to the sustainability of our communities‚ our clients and our company. And we believe that we can preserve the environment‚ while at the same time providing both short– and long– term benefits to our clients and employees.

M3 Financial Group Environmental Policy Statement:

• Responsibly manage all aspects of its business to ensure environmental laws and recognized standards are met or exceeded
• Give appropriate attention to environmental laws and risks in the operation and management of its businesses‚ including assessment of investments and the use of financial products and services
• Apply best–recognized environmental practices to internal operations‚ having due regard for environmental benefits and costs‚ including purchasing decisions‚ conservation of resources‚ recycling and waste minimization
• Foster employee work habits which promote respect for the environment and personal health and safety
• Maintain guidelines and procedures for the administration of its environmental policies and objectives
• Communicate in a timely and candid fashion on the environmental aspects of its policies‚ procedures and peformance to relevant stakeholders
• Work with industry‚ government and public groups and provide support for selected non–profit groups to help achieve a balanced relationship between a sound economy and responsible environmental practices
• Promote the foregoing principles and practises throughout M3 Financial Group and partner companies and strive to continually improve these practices.