If you have ever felt uncomfortable with how conflicts of interest were handled by a board, join us for an interactive discussion on both the legal considerations and board dynamics of effectively managing conflicts of interest in the boardroom. All board members bring their professional backgrounds and experiences, as well as their current involvements and connections (both personal & professional), … Read More
Family-owned companies, whether small, medium, or large, can benefit from good governance practices. They face unique challenges in regard to succession planning, separation of powers, and sustainability. When is the optimal time to put in place some of the ingredients of a traditional governance structure, such as a board with independent directors or audit & risk committees? What sort of … Read More
The Chartered Governance Institute (CGI) of Canada is looking for Subject Matter Experts (SMEs) to support the delivery of CGIC’s International Qualifying Program (IQP). We are also looking for individuals who are interested in serving on the Subject Advisory Committee (SAC) and Assessment Review Panel (ARP). These Committees oversee the examination process to ensure that it is meeting or exceeding … Read More
Comparative Review of Directors’ Education & Accreditation Program (DEAP) 1.0 – Introduction The Chartered Governance Institute of Canada (CGIC) is seeking proposals from Subject Matter Experts (SMEs) to perform a comparative review of its Directors’ Education & Accreditation Program (DEAP) to provide some insight and possible solutions to the declining enrolment in the DEAP. CGIC has identified the following comparable … Read More
The upcoming webinar, “The Role of the Board in Overseeing Culture,” will be led by Mary Larson, a Partner at MNP’s Montreal Office and National Strategy Practice Leader. With her extensive experience in leading global strategic executive roles at international companies and partnerships in top-tier consulting firms, Mary brings a wealth of knowledge in strategy, sustainability, and organizational culture. Her … Read More
Board Composition and Director Selection: Moving Beyond the Matrix Join us for an exciting webinar on “Board Composition and Director Selection: Moving Beyond the Matrix” with renowned academic and corporate governance expert, Dr. William Holmes. In this session, Dr. Holmes will share his extensive knowledge and expertise on board composition and director selection, and provide insights on how companies can … Read More
Strategy and Risk Management for Boards in Challenging Times The global pandemic, the virtual workplace, the Great Resignation – with all of these issues impacting the workforce and the way we do business, how can Boards shift their thoughts, processes, and even structure to support management during these challenging times? We’ll look at some of the innovative approaches that BCLC is … Read More
Standards for Canadian Health Data Protection During A Health Emergency – An Analysis of Privacy Regulations and Laws. Health emergencies require unprecedented measures to protect the public from a health disaster. Such actions may require limiting personal freedom and other rights like data privacy. The limitation, however, should be temporary and proportionate so that privacy rights are not compromised superfluously. … Read More
Are you a current Board Director interested in enhancing your competencies in governance, financial reporting and disclosure, strategy development, and risk management? Register before November 6 and save $250 on your registration. The DEAP welcomes experienced and newly appointed directors with management or professional experience. Participants are drawn from various backgrounds, including public, Crown, and not-for-profit corporations. Work before the … Read More
As the oversight body at the highest level of leadership, boards play a critical role in fostering an organization that prioritizes, supports, and invests in diversity, inclusion, and equity. This session will address the nature and scope of boards’ responsibility in EDI. The speakers will address questions such as: “What does EDI mean in today’s business climate?” and “What are … Read More