Board of Governors – Orientation and Policy Manual
Welcome
The Board of Governors’ Orientation and Policy Manual website is designed to support both new and experienced members of the NOSM University Board of Governors. Here, you will find resources to:
- Guide your transition into the Board member role.
- Strengthen and refresh your knowledge of governance at NOSM University.
What’s here:
- Orientation materials to help you get started.
- Key governance documents, policies, procedures, and guidelines relevant to the Board of Governors.
- Ongoing education and development resources to support your role.
Note: Much of the content on this site is restricted to Board members and requires a username and password.
Need Assistance?
For questions about Board policies or help accessing materials:
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Gina Kennedy, University Secretary – 📧 gkennedy@nosm.ca | 📞 705-662-7206
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Alexandra Curry, Assistant Secretary – 📧 alcurry@nosm.ca and/ or our general mailbox: governance@nosm.ca
Additional Information
If you need details on any policy or document found here, please reach out to the contacts above. We are happy to assist in ensuring you have the information and tools you need to fulfill your role.
Policy Manual – Key Documents
Appointment, Recruitment and Succession Planning
- Board Recruitment and Selection Policy
- Board Orientation Training Mentoring Policy
- Board Conflict of Interest Policy
- Principles of Good Governance and Responsibility
- Guidelines and Declaration of Governor Responsibilities
- Governance Guidelines- Fostering Effective Board Operations and Communications
- Chancellor Role and Attributes Guideline
- Procedure for the Selection and Appointment of the Board Chair and Vice Chair
Committees and Groups
For Board Committee Membership and Terms of Reference see Board Committees.
Financial Statements and Documents
Meetings
- Rules of Procedure at Meetings Board
- Refer to the Schedule for meeting dates and times
Other Policies, Procedures and Guidelines
- Academic Freedom and Integrity of Research
- Approval Flow Chart (May 2023)
- Conflict of Interest Policy with Commercial Entities (Full Document)
- Employee and Faculty Indemnification Policy
- Human Rights and Anti-Discrimination Policy and Procedure
- Naming Opportunity Policy
- Policy On Policies and Procedures
- Public Political Statements Policy
- Use of the University Seal Policy
- Workplace Violence Policy
President Policies, Performance and Succession Planning
- President Position Description (all)
- Delegation of Authority and Acting for the President Policy
- Presidential Search and Appointment Policy
- President Annual Review Procedures
- Midterm Assessment and Reappointment of the President Procedure
- President Emeritus Procedure
Travel and Expenses Reimbursement
Orientation and Professional Development – Resources
The Board of Governors Orientation is based on the Board of Governors’ Policy and Procedures Manual above as well as the Board Orientation Module. Our orientation includes a combination of reading material, in-person sessions and meetings with the Chair and/or President and Vice Chancellor as well as an assigned Mentor.
Access to this information is found on the Board Portal (access is required) Board Portal – Welcome and Orientation
Below you will find links to other Educational pieces that will assist you in your ongoing development as a Board member.
- Strategic Governance (Cheryl Foy) Site, (Author of “Introduction to University Governance“)
- Webex Resource Guide
- User Guides for SharePoint – Board Portal Information
This webpage will contain a collection of documents and policies as well as associated procedures and guidelines which are currently in effect.
This PDF collection is intended to function as a convenient reference. Although the University Secretary updates this site on a regular basis, it is impossible to ensure complete accuracy at all times. Therefore, the Office does not warrant the accuracy or completeness of this electronic collection. In the event of any discrepancies between the policy documents formally passed and the PDF versions published via MyNOSM, the former shall be the governing version.
