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Pursuing Effective Governance in Canada’s National Sport Community June 2011

Pursuing Effective Governance in Canada’s National Sport Community June 2011. Governance. is the. system. by which. organizations. are. directed. and. managed. Governance. relates to. expectations. defining. delegating. authority. verifying. performance. and. legal

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Pursuing Effective Governance in Canada’s National Sport Community June 2011

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  1. Pursuing Effective Governance in Canada’s National Sport CommunityJune 2011

  2. Governance is the system by which organizations are directed and managed.

  3. Governance relates to expectations defining delegating authority verifying performance and legal requirements. adhering to

  4. Why does governance matter to sport organizations? • Complex environment • Demands and expectations of membership, stakeholders and funders • Fundamental to organizational success

  5. Why does governance matter toSport Canada? • Provides basis for accountability to Canadians • Required as part of significant public investment • Enhances the Canadian sport system

  6. people: Because ultimately, Canadian sport is about athletes coaches officials participants

  7. Governance Principles Commitment to Mission and Guided by a Strategic Plan Transparent and Accountable for Outcomes and Results Clarity of Roles and Responsibilities High Standards of Ethical Behaviour Sound Human Resources Management Effective Financial Control

  8. High Standards of Ethical Behaviour • Acting in the best interests of the organization • Guardians of the organization, providing leadership, vision and a culture of integrity

  9. Commitment to Mission and Guided by a Strategic Plan • Regularly reviewed statements of vision and mission • Regular reference to guiding values • Continuous reliance on a strategic plan • Resources aligned with strategic priorities • Integrated risk assessment in decision-making processes

  10. Clarity of Roles and Responsibilities • Clearly differentiated roles for the board and management • Strong, collaborative relationship between the board and management • Policies, systems and processes in place to guide operations • Relevant committees in line with strategic priorities

  11. Effective Financial Control • Comprehensive financial accounting system • Finance and Audit Committee operating on behalf of the board • Regular board review of the organization’s financial position • Compliance with the obligations of the Canada Not-for-Profit Corporation Act (NPCA)

  12. Sound Human Resources Management • Orientation and ongoing training provided to directors • Performance evaluation and plans for improvement • Responsibility for welfare of staff • Succession planning and nomination procedures

  13. Transparent and Accountable for Outcomes and Results • Communication and direct engagement with members and stakeholders • Effective partnership-building • Codes of conduct • Protection and enhancement of organization reputation and credibility

  14. Commitment to Mission and Guided by a Strategic Plan Transparent and Accountable for Outcomes and Results Clarity of Roles and Responsibilities High Standards of Ethical Behaviour Sound Human Resources Management Effective Financial Control

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