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January 28–29, 2026 | Hilton Garden Inn Ottawa Downtown, Ottawa, ON Save 10% with CGIC’s discount code: D10-999-CGIC26 Website: http://bit.ly/3KowLXn Email: customerservice@canadianinstitute.com Phone: 1-877-927-7936 The Only Conference Exclusively Dedicated to the Realities and Challenges of Crown Corporations For 20 years this conference has brought together top public sector executives, federal and provincial Crown leaders, distinguished … Read more

We’re excited to announce the launch of CGIC’s new Micro-Credentials — short, focused learning opportunities designed to help governance professionals sharpen their skills and stay ahead of evolving trends. What Are Micro-Credentials? Micro-credentials are specialized courses that provide practical knowledge on emerging issues in governance and leadership. Each session is designed to deliver actionable insights … Read more

The Chartered Governance Institute of Canada (CGIC) is seeking expressions of interest from qualified members to join our Assessment Review Panel (ARP) Sub-Committee. The ARP Committee plays a vital role in maintaining the quality and integrity of our International Qualifying Program (IQP). This volunteer committee oversees the exam marking process, ensuring fair, consistent, and academically … Read more

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 … 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 … 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, … 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 … 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 … 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 … 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 … Read more