Governance Advisory Services
Our Offerings
Governance Reviews & Organizational Assessments
See what’s working. Fix what isn’t.
Good governance drives good decisions. When it breaks down, so does accountability and performance. We conduct independent reviews and assessments that show what’s working, where improvement is needed, and what to do about it.
Governance Improvement & Implementation
Move from insight to action.
Knowing what to fix is step one. IOG provides practical advice, facilitation, and implementation support so organizations can strengthen their governance and move forward: on any challenge, from any starting point.
Governance Training & Development
Build governance capability that lasts.
Confident, capable leaders make governance work. We provide practical training and leadership development that equips boards and executives with the knowledge and skills they need to govern effectively.
Why work with the Institute on Governance?
We are a non-partisan, not-for-profit organization dedicated exclusively to governance in public-purpose institutions. For over 35 years, we’ve worked with governments, boards, and nonprofits to strengthen decision-making, accountability, and organizational effectiveness.
We combine independent expertise with practical, implementation-focused advice:
- Governance-only focus for mission-driven organizations
- Proven tools to support clear decisions and trade-offs
- Practical design, not theory: solutions you can implement
- Tailored to your context
In short: clear, practical governance solutions you can act on.
How We Work
Our advisory services are tailored to your mandate, governance model, and operating context. Engagements range from comprehensive assessments to focused facilitation and targeted support, always delivered with independence, discretion, and respect for public-interest responsibilities.
Not sure which service is the right starting point? An initial conversation can help clarify your needs and identify the mosteffective approach.
Past Clients
The IOG is proud to support RMCAA’s Board of Directors
Through a comprehensive governance training session, the IOG worked with RMCAA’s Board to strengthen understanding of board roles and responsibilities, fiduciary obligations, conflict of interest, and effective meeting practices, supporting informed decision making and strong organizational oversight.
IOG collaborates with OCP to strengthen Governance
Collaboration matters when strengthening governance. We were please to work alongside the Ontario College of Pharmacists on an independent governance review, supporting their commitment to strong oversight and public-interest regulation. Thank you to the OCP Board and leadership for their trust and engagement throughout the process.
IOG proudly supported VHA Home Healthcare through an independent governance review
“Engaging the Institute of Governance to conduct an independent governance review was a valuable investment, giving us insights to ensure our Board was best positioned to effectively and strategically respond to an evolving landscape. Their team brought solid expertise and a genuinely collaborative spirit to the process.” – Ian Brunskill, Board Chair, VHA Home HealthCare
IOG Proud to Support Governance Excellence at The Ottawa Mission
“The materials prepared in advance and presented during the session were excellent. The depth of expertise in board governance was evident, as our board was guided clearly and thoroughly through current practices and expectations, with all questions and concerns addressed thoughtfully. I am pleased to recommend the IOG to any organization seeking assistance with their governance, policy or strategic planning objectives.” -Peter Tilley, Chief Executive Officer, The Ottawa Mission
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