Across Canada, there is growing momentum to build an economy that better serves people and the planet. It’s encouraging to see this work taking shape in so many places. One thing we know for sure: none of this happens alone. That’s why the Canadian Purpose Economy Project is pleased to be a co-founder of Purpose Economy Coffee in Toronto, a monthly, … Read More

Join us for a relaxed evening at The Keg Steakhouse + Bar – Dunsmuir on April 8, 2026 at 5:00 PM (Pacific Time). This event hosted by The Chartered Governance Institute of British Columbia is a great chance to connect with fellow governance pros, share ideas, and enjoy some good food and drinks. Whether you’re looking to expand your network or just … Read More

Call for Nominations – CGIC Awards: A Celebration of Excellence in Governance The Chartered Governance Institute of Canada awards program recognizes and celebrates member achievements. Nominations are now being accepted by the National Office for the 2026 Distinguished Professional Service Award and 2026 Rising Star Award. More information on our awards program, including the nomination forms (online and PDF), criteria, and list of past recipients can … 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