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For 20 years the IOG has been committed to exploring, developing and promoting the principles, standards and practices which underlie good governance in the public sphere, both in Canada and abroad. To date, the IOG has undertaken over 1000 projects in Canada and 35 countries, and we are growing every day. The IOG's work is marked by independent thought, quality delivery, and a responsive and principled approach. Our Canadian and international exposure strengthens all aspects of our work.

We focus on assisting public purpose organizations such as governments, public agencies, crown corporations, communities and the non-profit sector to improve their governance. Seventy percent of our work is done with government departments and agencies, primarily at the national and provincial level.

The Institute:

  • undertakes policy-relevant research;
  • provides advisory services to a wide array of organizations on strengthening governance practices including strategic planning, evaluation and assessment for programs, organizational structure and process, accountability and performance reporting;
  • provides professional development and capacity building through courses in governance and public administration by assisting in the capture and sharing of knowledge and by developing leadership;
  • designs and facilitates multi-stakeholder meetings and convenes events, and;
  • provides speakers and panellists.

Current IOG program areas include Modernizing Government; Board & Organizational Governance; Building Strong Partnerships; Aboriginal Governance; Health and Innovation; and International Programming.

The IOG incorporates a range of tools across these program areas, including the management of change, strategic planning, performance management, building capacity and public engagement.  In addition, the IOG Learning Centre offers both regularly scheduled and custom courses for senior and mid-level staff in governments and in civil society organizations across Canada and overseas.  For more information please visit the Learning Centre page.