| Term | Definition |
| Canon 1 | CPCUS should endeavor at all times to place the public interest above their own |
| Canon 2 | CPCUS should seek continually to maintain and improve their professional knowledge, skills and competence |
| Canon 3 | CPCUS should obey all laws and regulations and should avoid any conduct or activity which would cause unjust harm to others |
| Canon 4 | CPCus should be diligent in the performance of their occupation duties and should continually strive to improve the functioning of the insurance mechanisms |
| Canon 5 | CPCUS should assist in maintaining and raising professional standards in the insurane business |
| Canon 6 | CPCUS should strive to establish and maintain dignified and honorable relationships with those whom they serve, with fellow insurance practictioners and with members of other professions |
| Canon 7 | CPCUS should assist in improving the public undestanding of insurance and risk management |
| Canon 8 | CPCUS should honor the integrity of the CPCU desgination and respect the limitations placed on its use |
| Canon 9 | CPCUS should assist in maintaining the integrity of the Code of Professional Ethics |