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

Are you a current Board Director interested in enhancing your competencies in governance, financial reporting and disclosure, strategy development, and risk management? Register before September 13 and save $250 on your registration. DATES: Thursday, October 13, 2022 – Governance for Directors Thursday, October 20, 2022 – Finance for Directors Thursday, October 27, 2022 – Strategy and Risk Management Designed for … Read More

Join us for a CGIC National CPD Webinar – Trends in Executive Compensation and Governance: What Should Boards be Thinking? On Wednesday, September 14th at 1:00 PM ET with Amanda Voegeli, President and Managing Partner of Southlea Group, and Ryan Resch, Senior Partner of Southlea Group. SESSION OUTLINE: Summarize current market trends in issues faced by HR and Compensation Committees, including: Current … Read More

Please join CGIC in congratulating the following Individuals who recently graduated from CGIC’s Director’s Education and Accreditation Program. Kemar Cumberbatch (Barbados) Guy Caplan (British Columbia) Claudia Francis (Grenada) Hugh Jones (British Columbia) Are you a current Board Director interested in enhancing your competencies in governance, financial reporting and disclosure, strategy development, and risk management? Designed for busy people who want … Read More

In the world of business corporations where directors are paid, there is often a surplus of qualified directors to fill board vacancies. In the not-for-profit world where there is no remuneration, there has been a history of taking “warm bodies” to fill vacancies. While the “warm body” mentality is no longer as prevalent and while many NFPs have adopted best … Read More

Privacy in Quebec is about to get a major makeover — one that may lead to wider reforms across Canada. In September, lawmakers enacted Bill 64, which aims to modernize crucial aspects of the various laws governing individuals’ privacy in Quebec, amending provisions involving consent, data protection officers, notice, individuals’ rights, and more. It is important for privacy professionals across Canada … Read More