Urgent and Long Overdue: Legal Reform and Drug Decriminalization in Canada

This webinar will discuss findings of the recently released report, “Urgent and Long Overdue: Legal Reform and Drug Decriminalization in Canada” and explore the need for the Canadian government to adopt a national approach to drug decriminalization. Panelists will highlight shortcomings of the current patchwork approach to legal reform and discuss additional strategies for responding to Canada’s […]

Zzeem Webinar – The CEO and the Board: Building and Maintaining a Thriving Relationship

One of the secrets of a high-performing organization is the synergy between the CEO and the Board of directors. This doesn’t happen by accident. Are your directors working well together? Do they share the same vision as the chief executive? Find out what your organization can do to keep your leadership team working like a […]

EDI fellowship for non-profits

Non-profit EDI leadership Program Now Accepting Applications!   The EDI (Equity, Diversity and Inclusion) Knowledge Mobilization Centre is thrilled to announce that our Fellows Program is now accepting applications for the upcoming cohort! This unique initiative aims to foster a more inclusive and diverse non-profit sector by supporting leaders and board members dedicated to advancing equity […]

Board Governance BootCamp 2023

WHO SHOULD ATTEND: We encourage Non-profit CEO/Executive Directors and Board Chairs to attend.  Many organizations bring their whole board. THE CHALLENGE: For any non-profit, the board of directors plays a critical role in making powerful and positive impact as it advances an organization’s mission. To fulfill this role, it is imperative that directors are properly […]

Five Good Ideas for successful succession planning

Leadership transitions are the most vulnerable period during an organization’s tenure. And they are notorious for creating tremendous anxiety among staff, board members, donors, and volunteers, especially if it’s a long-tenured leader. Why? Is it because it’s rushed? There isn’t buy-in from all the necessary decision-makers? The wrong people are running the show? There’s no […]

Five Good Ideas for aspiring board directors

Boards and directors are coming under increased pressure to be “on top of their game.” This involves a clear understanding of their fiduciary duty and duty of care, the foundational elements of good governance. In addition, modern governance involves a commitment to EDI and ESG – and ensuring that these principles are included in their […]

Risk Management – The Role of the Governance Professional

“In my role, I am expected to provide oversight over risk management in my organization. How can I do that when I don’t know anything about it, and nobody is available to help me?” Is that how you feel or how your Board members feel? If so, this course is for you! This course will […]

Capacity Building Project for Racialized Organizations

Join us on Wednesday, October 4th at 3:00 pm for a virtual information session about CCS’s ongoing capacity-building initiative for small organizations supporting marginalized communities.  Sign-up through our Eventbrite link here. The ‘Capacity Building Project for Racialized Organizations’ will equip small, racialized and indigenous organizations with the knowledge and tools to apply for and successfully […]

Meetings, Minutes and Running Effective Board Meetings

This session outlines statutory and common law rules in relation to meetings of directors, members, managed investment schemes, class meetings and meetings of creditors. This workshop provides guidance on good governance practices for the notice, planning and conduct of meetings and examines legal and regulatory requirements for procedures in relation to minutes and running effective board meetings. This workshop […]