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This bilingual document is a result of the work of a team of researchers over the past two years. This edition has been revised and expanded to incorporate comments made by evaluators of the 1st edition. A series of vignettes outlining various ethical dilemmas has been added to aid discussion and facilitate use of this tool. CRIAW has developed this research tool for feminist researchers within the academy and the community. The purpose for ethical guidelines in general is to provide a framework in which we can conduct research which is respectful. More specifically, when we speak about feminist research, implementing ethical concerns translates into research which is sensitive to all women and is concerned with gender, class, sexual orientation, income, race, language culture and ability. We think it is important for researchers to be aware of the assumptions and expectations which exist in conducting research, and the responsibility we have for making sure it is done ethically. Researchers often assume they share the same views with their colleagues. Our own experience suggests that we should name and discuss as many assumptions as possible, including definitions of terms, ethical considerations, project goals and outcomes, and working process.