Board of Trustees' Policies

Section 1 - Formal Structure

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• Policy Manual Introduction

• Regional Health Authorities Act

• Values and Mission Statement

• Board Committee Principles

• Organizational Structure

• Bylaws

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Section 2 - Conduct/Liability

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• Consent

  • Confidentiality

  • Accountability and Financial Condition

  • Ethics and Research

  • Accepting Gifts, Fees, Honouraria

  • Legislative Compliance

  • Board and Committee Expenses - Remuneration, Expense Reimbursement

  • Insurance Coverage

  • Tendering Practices

  • Staff Credentialing and Licensing

• Compensation and Benefits

• Principles of Governance and Board Accountability

• Risk Assessment, Avoidance and Management

• Acceptable Use of Communication Technology

• Residential Rental  Premises Inspections

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Section 3 - Board Appointments and Orientation

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• Orientation

• Training and Professional Development

• Resignation and Removal of Trustees

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Section 4 - Core Responsibilities

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• Trustees' Individual Responsibilities

• Setting Strategic Directions

• Appointment of Auditor

• Delegation of Authority for Financial Commitments, Expenditures and Disbursements

• Public Image

• Board Communications

• Information Management

• Policy Approval and Evaluation

• Policy Monitoring

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Section 5 - Meetings

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• Agenda Control

• Chair's Role

• Role of Board Secretary

• In-Camera Board Discussion

• Required and Periodic Reports

• Communication and Support to the Board

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Section 6 - Board/CEO Relationships

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• Respectful and Safe Workplace

  • Recruitment and Selection of CEO

• Quality Care for Clients

• Budgeting and Forecasting

• Asset Protection

• Access to Services