Code of Conduct

Effective date: September 21st, 2023

Xanadu Quantum Technologies Inc (“the Company”) is committed to providing a safe and respectful event environment that promotes diversity, inclusiveness, safety, and freedom from all types of discrimination*. The Company will take whatever steps are reasonable to create and protect all participants in events and online forums. This policy applies to all those attending any Xanadu event or participating in any online forum, including but not limited to attendees, Xanadu employees, speakers, sponsors and service providers. Every attendee and participant is responsible for complying with this policy and working together to prevent any instances of unacceptable behaviour.

(*) Discrimination can come in different forms including: race, national or ethnic origin, colour, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, family status, genetic characteristics, disability, and conviction for an offence for which a pardon has been granted or in respect of which a record suspension has been ordered.

Code of Conduct Principles

  1. Be gracious and respectful of all those participating in the event or forum.
  2. Abstain from any behaviours that you ought to know are harassing or discriminatory (on camera, in writing, through audio).
  3. Communicate immediately any incidents/behaviours that are not aligned with this Policy.

Definitions of Unacceptable Behaviour

Below is a list of possible unacceptable behaviours. It is not intended to be all-inclusive.

  • Insulting, intimidating, demeaning, annoying, embarrassing or otherwise offensive behaviour
  • Inappropriate or unwelcome focus or comments on a person’s physical characteristics or appearance
  • Posting or showcasing violent, discriminatory, explicit, illegal or otherwise offensive pictures, photos, audio, or chat/text conversations
  • Stalking or other intimidating behaviour
  • Misuse of any confidential or proprietary information provided for or during the course of the event
  • Disruptive noise or conversations that impact the smooth flow of the event
  • Release of or publishing confidential or personal information
  • Use of offensive language or gestures (e.g., sexually explicit, profanity, discriminatory slurs, etc.)

Consequences for Non-Compliance

Unacceptable behaviour will not be condoned at any time and immediate action deemed appropriate in the circumstances by the Company will be taken. If someone is asked to cease any behaviour deemed to be unacceptable, immediate compliance is required. Other actions available to the organizers may include expulsion from the event or forum, disqualification from contests, being banned from participating in the forum or event, non-admission to future events or forums, and contacting local law enforcement.

Reporting of Non-Compliance

If you experience, witness or know of an incident that entails unacceptable behaviour or actions, please report them as soon as possible to: (community@xanadu.ai)

Let’s ensure we collectively produce a meaningful, engaging and respectful event.

This Code of Conduct can be revised at any time and its contents are non-negotiable