The Chartered Governance Institute of Canada (CGIC) celebrated its 2025 award winners on June 16, 2025, in conjunction with their AGM. Tanya Hinds, ACG received a posthumous Rising Star Award in recognition of significant career potential within the first five years of achieving Associate Chartered Status. It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of our 2025 Rising … Read More

The Chartered Governance Institute of Canada (CGIC) is seeking independent contractors with subject matter expertise to deliver engaging, high-quality sessions and evaluate exams for the International Qualifying Program (IQP). As a chief examiner, you will play a key role in supporting the learning journey of senior professionals and aspiring governance leaders through dynamic session delivery and rigorous learner assessment. This role offers … Read More

The Chartered Governance Institute of Canada (CGIC) is seeking independent contractors with subject matter expertise to deliver engaging, high-quality sessions for the Directors Education and Accreditation Program (DEAP). As a Facilitator, you will support the learning journey of senior professionals and aspiring board directors through dynamic session delivery and learner assessment. This role offers flexible, project-based work with the potential … Read More

The corporate boards you serve on or support in your professional role may seem worlds apart from the not-for-profit boards that shape your community. But are they really that different? In this webinar, we’ll explore the key similarities and differences in how these boards operate and govern – challenging assumptions and uncovering insights that can enhance your effectiveness in both … Read More

With the advancements of Artificial Intelligence (AI) the speed and pace of cyber-attacks are growing exponentially. Cyber criminals are using automation and AI to increase the speed and sophistication of their attacks. Cyber resilience allows organizations to maintain critical functions and operations during a cyber-attack, minimize downtime, protect sensitive data, preserve brand reputation. This webinar will provide information on how … Read More

The best time to prepare for a crisis is before you have one. Why not start today? During the session participants will start their own crisis plans by understanding key roles, staying connected during the crisis, communications strategy, and external crisis resources. The session will also explore how to see an issue escalating to minimize or avoid a potential crisis. … Read More

Join us as Janis Riven examines the three specific duties and responsibilities of an effective Board Chair: the Conductor, the Negotiator, and the Leader. This webinar will explore the Chair’s key duties, from guiding board discussions to handling difficult situations, offering practical insights to strengthen your leadership in governance. SESSION DETAILS: Topic: The Effective Chair Date: Wednesday, February 19, 2025, BC: … Read More

The Chartered Governance Institute of Canada (CGIC) named Brock Olive its new Director of Education effective January 6, 2025. Brock brings over 20 years of progressive leadership experience spanning business, higher education, and professional development. His career includes several senior roles within higher education such as Executive Director of Corporate & Continuing Education with NAIT and Director of Operations with … Read More

January 29 – 30, 2025 | Hilton Garden Inn Ottawa Downtown, Ottawa, ON Hosted by Canadian Institute, the 20th Anniversary Conference on Crown Corporate Governance takes place on January 29-30, 2025, at the Hilton Garden Inn Ottawa Downtown, Ottawa, ON. This year, we’re celebrating 20 years of Crown Corporate Governance benchmarking and strategizing! The 2025 conference co-chairs are Melanie Debassige, … Read More