Your Path to Recognized Excellence in Governance
CGIC is proud to support your career journey and encourages you to showcase your governance expertise and achievements by sharing your digital credentials with confidence.
What is a Digital Credential?
A digital credential is a modern, verified way to showcase your skills and accomplishments. It’s more than an image – it is a dynamic, shareable representation of your achievements.
Your digital credential is certified by The Chartered Governance Institute of Canada and includes a digital badge and, where applicable, a digital certificate.
Why Share Your Digital Credential?
Your digital credential verifies the qualification you’ve earned and outlines the education and training completed to achieve it.
Sharing your digital credentials helps strengthen your professional profile. They provide employers and peers with clear, credible evidence of your skills as a trained governance professional, corporate secretary, Board Director, or professional administrator.
Showcasing your credentials not only highlights your personal achievements – it also strengthens the CGIC community. By sharing your success, you inspire others and contribute to the collective recognition of our members’ expertise.
Types of Digital Credentials
Our digital credentials are designed to recognize various levels of achievement and membership within The Chartered Governance Institute of Canada.
Postnominal Credentials
Awarded based on the professional qualifications and certifications completed through The Chartered Governance Institute of Canada, postnominal credentials (badge and certificate) signify recognized expertise, roles, and accomplishments in governance.
Fellow (FCG) Badge
The Fellow designation is awarded to individuals who have reached the highest level of Chartered membership through extensive practical experience in governance or corporate secretariateship.
Admission as a Fellow recognizes a minimum of eight years of relevant industry experience, including at least three years in a position of significant responsibility, as rigorously assessed by CGIC.
Associate (ACG) Badge
The Associate designation is awarded to individuals who have reached the level of Chartered membership through both study and practical experience in governance or corporate secrtariateship..
Admission as an Associate recognizes a minimum of six years of relevant industry experience, or a minimum of three years for those holding a relevant degree, as rigorously assessed by CGIC.
Graduate (GradCG) Badge
The Graduate designation is awarded to individuals who have successfully completed the International Qualifying Program (IQP) and are actively working towards the experience required for Chartered Membership.
Achieving Graduate status signifies a high-level mastery of the many subjects relevant to governance across various disciplines, including strategy, finance, law, compliance, and risk.
Accredited Director (Acc.Dir.) Badge
The Accredited Director designation is awarded to individuals who have completed the Directors’ Education and Accreditation Program (DEAP).
Achieving the Accredited Director designation signifies comprehensive knowledge and insight into the role of a Board Director, as well as the ability to manage fiduciary responsibilities to the organization, stakeholders, and oneself effectively.
Professional Administrator (P.Adm) Badge
The Professional Administrator designation is awarded to individuals who have completed the Professional Administrators Program and possess the knowledge and skills necessary for sustaining operations within organizations.
Achieving the Professional Administrator designation signifies competence in four key areas: Legal, Corporate Operations, Finance, and Management.
How to Use and Share Your Digital Credential
Share Your Achievement on LinkedIn
Boost your professional profile by sharing your new credential on LinkedIn. Download our step‑by‑step guide to easily add your credential to your profile and showcase your accomplishment to your network.
Add Your Credential to Your Email Signature
Enhance your email communications by adding your new credential to your email signature. Follow our simple instructions to include it in both Gmail and Outlook, and proudly display your accomplishment with every message you send.
Download and Share Your Badge
Showcase your accomplishment by downloading your badge. Use it to share on other social media platforms, embed it on your website, or include it in your digital résumé. Follow our easy guide to start sharing your achievement today.
Frequently Asked Questions
How does my certification or membership status get displayed as a digital credential?
We have partnered with Accredible to recognize various levels of achievement and membership within The Chartered Governance Institute of Canada.
Your digital credentials are issued and managed through Accredible’s secure digital credentialing platform, ensuring they remain verifiable, accessible, and up to date..
Members who complete CGIC’s professional education programs receive both a digital badge and a digital certificate.
What are the benefits of a digital credential?
Digital credentials from The Chartered Governance Institute of Canada offer a range of benefits designed to support and elevate your professional journey:
Lifelong Learning – Stay motivated to continue developing your skills and earning new credentials.
Instant Credibility – Provide recognized, verifiable proof of your governance expertise and achievements.
Enhanced Visibility – Showcase your qualifications on LinkedIn, email signatures, digital résumés, and more.
Career Advancement – Strengthen job applications, promotions, and professional opportunities.
Networking Opportunities – Connect with fellow credential earners and engage with the broader governance community.
How will I know if I’ve earned a digital credential?
When you complete one of CGIC’s professional education programs, you will receive an email notification from Accredible, our digital credentialing platform. This message will include a link to access and claim your badge through their system.
Does my digital credential expire?
Yes. Your digital credential is tied to your membership status. When you renew your annual membership with CGIC, the expiry date on your digital badge will be updated accordingly.
Please note that if you renew your membership after March 1, there may be a short delay before the updated expiry date appears on your badge.
What to do if my information is incorrect?
How to Request a Name Change:
If you need to update the name displayed on your certificate, follow these steps:
- Sign In: Log in to your Accredible account as outlined in the previous section.
- Open Your Credential: Navigate to the credential page where your certificate is displayed.
- Click ‘MORE’: Scroll to the bottom of your credential window and click the ‘MORE’ button.
- Select ‘Request a Name Change’: In the pop-up menu, choose the ‘Request a Name Change’ option.
- Enter Your New Name: Enter the correct name in both fields exactly as you want it to appear.
- Submit: Click ‘Request’ to submit your name change request.
What Happens Next?
For a Major Name Change:
- If the name change you’ve requested is significantly different from the name currently on your certificate, the request will be sent to the CGIC credential team for approval. This ensures accuracy and proper verification.
For a Minor Name Change:
- If you’re requesting a small correction (e.g., a typo), the system will automatically update your certificate.
Why Do I Have to Submit a Name Change Request?
Submitting a name change request through the Accredible platform ensures that the request is directed to the right person for review and approval, minimizing the risk of errors. This process also helps protect against fraud by ensuring that only legitimate name changes are made, with proper verification from CGIC.
What About Updating Other Information?
If you notice that any of the information on your digital certificate is incorrect (e.g., your membership level, or other details), please follow these steps:
Check Your Account Details: Ensure that your account information is up-to-date on the CGIC platform and with Accredible.
Verify the Issue: Review the specific details on the certificate to confirm what needs to be corrected.
Submit a Correction Request: Email credential@cgiofcanada.ca to submit a correction request. Please provide as much detail as possible, including:
Your full name and membership number
The exact nature of the error
Any supporting documentation (if needed)
Is there a fee to use Accredible?
No. This service is provided to all CGIC members at no cost.
