Achieving Peak Performance through CFO, Audit Committee and Board Collaboration

Board and Audit Committee members play an essential role in overseeing various facets of a company's operations and performance, many of which are the responsibility of, or influenced by, the CFO. Audit committees and CFOs are increasingly faced with greater complexity in their primary responsibilities and are experiencing scope expansion into other areas of the business.

The relationship between the Audit Committee and the CFO is the key for enhancing the performance of the Audit Committee:

· What is the Board/Audit Committee and CFO relationship and how does an audit committee build trust with the CFO in a way that encourages transparency and constructive challenge?

· How can the Audit Committee work with the CFO to obtain the information it needs to properly meet its increasing responsibilities?

· How can an effective Audit Committee Chair enhance the performance of the Board and management team to fulfil their fiduciary duties?

Join us for an in person, engaging panel discussion and networking session, jointly sponsored and co-hosted by the Institute of Corporate Directors (ICD) GTA Chapter and Financial Executives International Canada (FEI Canada Toronto Chapter). The interactive, panel-led, roundtable discussion will encourage participants to share their experiences and feedback on key issues. This collaborative approach will provide valuable insights and foster a deeper understanding of the interaction and relationship between the CFO and Audit Committee Chair and the evolving mandate of Audit Committees and Boards.

Join us as we bring together like-minded senior financial professionals and directors for an evening of exploration and networking. Secure your spot today!

3:30 pm– 4:00 pm EST - Registration

4:00 pm – 5:30 pm EST - Session

5:30 pm – 7:00 pm EST - Networking

Date
October 8, 2025 4:00 PM – 7:00 PM EST
City
Toronto
Location
Sheraton Centre Toronto Hotel - Provincial Ballroom, 123 Queen Street West M5H 2M9
Ceus
2
Price

$75 + HST Members

$110 + HST Non-Members

Moderator

Moderator

Sebastian Distefano

Canadian Managing Partner, Audit & Assurance

KPMG Canada

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Speakers

Speakers

Diane Kazarian

ICD.D

Audit Committee Chair, Gibson Energy and Choice Properties Reit

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Speakers

Darren Myers

Executive VP & CFO, Canadian Tire
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Speakers

Colleen Johnston

FCPA, FCA

Audit Committee Chair, McCain Foods

Board member, St. Joseph's Health Centre

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In collaboration with Financial Executives International Canada Toronto Chapter

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