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ABOUT ICD

Discover how the ICD is setting the benchmark of excellence in directorship in Canada.

Our Purpose

To improve trust & confidence in Canadian organizations by developing and activating directors.

ICD Fellowship Awards

The Institute of Corporate Directors’ Fellowship Award is the highest distinction for corporate directors in Canada and is presented annually at the ICD National Director Conference

Corporate Governance

Committed to corporate governance practices of the highest standards and effectively contributes to the ICD’s vision and mission.

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The ICD director community is active all across Canada.

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Global Network of Director Institutes

Providing ICD members with Global Insights.

Canadian Foundation for Governance Research

Supporting academic research on the future of governance.

Chapter Zero Canada

Providing ICD members with Global Insights.

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These organizations support the ICD, a non-profit organization.

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Director Effectiveness

Learn what it takes to build essential skills every director should have to optimize performance, oversight and decision-making in the boardroom.

Programs Offered by ICD

Chairing Boards

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Business School Partner Programs

The ICD partners with Canada’s top business schools to deliver world-class governance education programs for directors and senior executives committed to achieving the highest standards of excellence in the boardroom.

ICD Board Fundamentals

The ICD’s Board Fundamentals are concise courses that delve into specific subject areas key to optimize board effectiveness.

Issues Oversight

The ICD’s Issues Oversight courses provide a quick and in-depth understanding of current top-of-mind issues from the director lens.

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The ICD is committed to providing member board organizations with resources that can lead to high performance.

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