The Crown Board: Governance, Impact, and Appointments

Serving on a Crown board requires a specialized governance toolkit to balance public policy mandates with fiscal accountability. While the principles of oversight remain, the complexities of stakeholder reporting and the distinct differences between provincial and federal appointments create a unique environment for any director.

Join Margie Parikh, founder of On Governance Consulting, for an in-depth exploration of the public sector boardroom. Drawing on her leadership roles with the Canada Revenue Agency (CRA) and the BC Energy Regulator, Margie will share firsthand insights into the nuances of Crown oversight.

Key discussion points include:

• Structural Nuances: Understanding the core differences between Provincial and Federal Crown boards.

• The Appointment Process: Practical strategies for securing a public sector board seat.

• Operational Reality: Lessons learned from the CRA and BC Energy Regulator.

This conversational session offers a rare look at the mechanisms of Crown governance and the path to high-impact public service.

Registration: 4:30-5:00 PM

Session start time: 5:00 PM

Session end time: 7:30 PM

Date
June 18, 2026 4:30 PM – 7:30 PM PT
City
Kelowna
Location
Eldorado Hotel, 500 Cook Rd. Kelowna, BC V1W 3G9
Ceus
2
Price

Member $50 +GST

Non-Member $65 +GST

Cancellations must be completed online at least 48 hours before the event to receive a full refund. To make changes or cancel your registration, simply log in to your member portal. If you have any questions, please email events@icd.ca.

Moderator

Moderator

Gary Parmar

ICD.D

Partner, Regional Leader

Technology and Private Enterprise

Speaker

Speaker

Margie Parikh

Founder, On Governance Consulting
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