To kick off 2026, join us in Edmonton for our Board Readiness Series, a 2-session program designed to help you navigate your path to the boardroom and build your connections along the way. Held on February 17 and March 9, each session brings together expert speakers to explore the essentials of board directorship, from crafting a compelling board CV to understanding legal responsibilities and board dynamics.

Boards are navigating accelerating technological change, heightened uncertainty, and rising expectations from investors, employees, regulators, and society. This session will provide directors with a strategic outlook on the key trends, technologies, and stakeholder dynamics shaping enterprise value. The discussion will focus on what these shifts mean for board oversight, strategic decision-making, and governance, equipping directors with the questions and perspectives needed to guide their organizations with confidence.

Boards function best when vision, strategy, and collaboration are aligned - and when diverse perspectives are brought to the table. Chairs play a critical role in setting that tone. This session explores how Chairs,....

Board members bring differing perspectives to the table, which can shift dynamics and affect decision-making. This session will explore how to navigate those differences in ways that preserve trust, ensure all voices are heard, and keep the focus on what’s best for the organization. Our panelists will share perspectives...

Join us this September for Board Readiness Series, a 3-session program designed to help you navigate your path to the boardroom and build your connections along the way. Held on September 18, 30, and Oct 14, each session brings together expert speakers to explore the essentials of board directorship—from crafting a compelling board CV to understanding legal responsibilities and board dynamics.

As DEI initiatives face increasing pushback and legal challenges, boards must navigate shifting expectations while maintaining inclusive leadership. In this session we will discuss the evolving DEI landscape from global and Canadian perspectives

DEI policies face increasing pushback in the US, and boards are reassessing their strategies in response to this evolving landscape. Canadian companies are now reviewing how these shifts south of the border might influence their own policies. This session will discuss how boards are responding to these changes, balancing diverse perspectives, and redefining their approach to inclusivity.

Hear it from three experienced Board members—Angela Fong, Tracy Scarlett, and Kristina Williams—moderated by Heather Barnhouse, as they dive into What Makes a Valued and Effective Board Member? – Insights from For-Profit, Non-Profit, and Crown Boards. Gain actionable advice and practical perspectives valuable to Board members across all sectors—Non-Profit, Crown, Public, and Private.