Explore Governance
What boards need to understand
Priority subjects sit alongside coverage of governance in all its forms. Browse one topic or return to the full publication.
Nonprofit Boards
Boards, societies, member-led organizations, operations and governance.
Priority coverageCharities and Fundraising
Registered charities, fundraising, receipts and accountable use of funds.
Priority coverageDevelopmental Disability Services
Organizations supporting adults with developmental disabilities, quality of service, rights, governance and funding.
Priority coverageCondominium Boards
Condominium corporation boards, management, reserve funds, meetings and owner rights.
Priority coverageStrata and Cooperatives
Strata councils, housing cooperatives and member-governed housing.
Board practiceDirectors Duties
Board responsibilities, fiduciary duty, standard of care and decision making.
Board practiceFinancial Accountability
Financial statements, controls, audits, grants, budgets, reserves and public money.
Board practiceConflicts of Interest
Board disclosures, procurement, related-party transactions and ethics.
Board practiceMembers and Owners
Elections, notices, records, grievances, representation and participation.
Public governancePublic Institutions
Public boards, municipalities, regulators, universities and institutional accountability.
Board practicePrivacy and Records
Minutes, record retention, privacy and lawful organizational disclosure.
Board practiceProcurement and Contracts
Contracts, tenders, service providers, property and supplier oversight.
Board practiceRisk and Continuity
Insurance, safety, business continuity and organizational governance.
Board practiceLeadership and Succession
Board recruitment, delegation, succession planning and manager oversight.
Public governanceIndigenous Governance
Indigenous-led governance, distinct legal structures and community accountability.