Participation in the McGill-FIAM Asset Management Hackathon is grounded in the values of integrity, collaboration, inclusion, and respect. This Code of Ethics aims to ensure a stimulating, safe, and fair environment for all participants, mentors, judges, speakers, organizers, and partners.
The term “Participant” refers to any individual taking part in the McGill-FIAM Asset Management Hackathon as a competitor. It also includes, where applicable, individuals accompanying or associated with the participant (e.g., invited mentors, external collaborators, etc.).
All participants in the Hackathon are bound by this Code of Ethics.
Note: The use of masculine or generic terms in this document refers to individuals of all genders.
1. Acknowledgment and Compliance with the Rules
Each participant agrees to read and fully comply with the official rules of the McGill-FIAM Asset Management Hackathon.
2. Integrity and Fairness
Each participant commits to submitting original work created during the Hackathon.
Any form of cheating, plagiarism, or attempt to bypass the rules is strictly prohibited.
Decisions made by the jury and the organizing committee are final and not subject to appeal. Participants agree to respect these decisions, whatever they may be.
3. Respect and Collaboration
Mutual respect is essential: discriminatory, harassing, or offensive behavior will not be tolerated.
Participants are expected to demonstrate active listening, courtesy, and teamwork, both within their teams and with others.
The use of inclusive language is encouraged throughout the event.
4. Transparency
Any use of external resources, data, or pre-existing technologies must be clearly disclosed and comply with intellectual property regulations.
Participants must ensure that any data used complies with applicable privacy laws.
5. Commitment
By registering, each participant commits to being present for the full duration of the Hackathon, except in exceptional circumstances. Any planned absence must be communicated to the organizers in advance.
Team members are responsible for their individual contributions and active involvement in the project.
6. Responsibility
Each participant is responsible for their behavior and for the use of any equipment, venues, and platforms provided. All participants are expected to respect the spaces made available to them and leave them in the same condition in which they were found.
In case of any issues, participants are encouraged to promptly contact a member of the organizing team.
7. Public Conduct and Social Media
Participants must not present themselves as official spokespersons for the McGill-FIAM Hackathon, nor as representatives of its organizers or partners. Any public statements, including those made to the media or on social media, must be made in a personal capacity, and the participant must clearly indicate that their views are their own.
Participants are also responsible for ensuring that their communications are honest, respectful, and aligned with the spirit of the event. They should remain aware that, in certain contexts, their statements may be perceived as representing the McGill-FIAM Hackathon. As such, they are expected to exercise good judgment and respect toward all individuals and organizations involved in the event.
8. Sanctions and Disqualification
Failure to comply with this Code of Ethics may result in sanctions, ranging from a warning to expulsion from the event, without refund or appeal. Any behavior deemed unacceptable by the organizers may lead to immediate disqualification. In cases of serious misconduct, including harassment, intimidation, or disrespectful conduct, additional sanctions may be applied.
