Who We

Are

Who We Are

The Canadian Coalition for Good Governance (CCGG) is the pre-eminent corporate governance organization in Canada uniquely positioned to effect change as the voice of institutional shareholders that invest in Canadian public equities.

INFORM

INFORM

We produce company-specific research, frequent and timely webinars, and a monthly governance newsletter exclusively for our Members

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INFLUENCE

INFLUENCE

Representing over 53 major institutional investors who collectively manage over $4.5 trillion in assets, we are the voice of the shareholder, promoting good governance practices at Canadian public companies

ENGAGE

ENGAGE

We frequently engage with the boards of Canadian public companies and with Canadian regulators on governance matters that are of interest to our Members

EXPLORE

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IN FOCUS

IN FOCUS

CCGG in the News

CCGG’s Involvement in Ontario Court of Appeal Decision in Baylin vs. Gelerman

February 16, 2021

A recent Law Times article highlights CCGG’s advocacy for majority voting policies and role as intervenor in the Ontario Court of Appeal’s January 26, 2021 decision in Baylin vs. Gelerman. The decision reinforces the importance of majority voting policies for public companies and is a pivotal step in supporting shareholder rights and codifying these policies […]

CCGG in the News

Ontario Appeal Court decision in Baylin vs. Gelerman

February 9, 2021

CCGG was pleased to see the release on January 26, 2021 of the Ontario Court of Appeal decision in Baylin vs. Gelerman. CCGG was granted given leave to intervene in this important case dealing with the TSX’s majority voting policy. The application to intervene is part of CCGG’s continued advocacy on behalf of our members […]

CCGG in the News

CCGG announces 2020 Gavel Award Winner

January 5, 2021

The winner of CCGG’s 2020 Gavel Award for Best Disclosure of Corporate Governance and Executive Compensation Practices is TransAlta Corporation.

CCGG in the News

CCGG’s comments to the Ontario Capital Markets Modernization Taskforce

October 15, 2020

The Ontario Capital Markets Modernization Taskforce, which began its review of the province’s securities laws in February, published its draft recommendations in July…. Read More

Upcoming & Recent Events

CCGG on the Role of Corporate Boards in Integrating ESG

April 14, 2020

Click to replay a recent webinar featuring CCGG’s Director of Board Engagement and Head of Research, Tony D’Onofrio, exploring the role of corporate boards in integrating ESG…. Read More

Upcoming & Recent Events

Dual class shares debate & CCGG Governance Gavel Awards reception

February 27, 2020

Join CCGG and special guests, Professor David Beatty of the Rotman School of Management, and Executive Director, Ken Bertsch, of the Council of Institutional Investors, moderated by CCGG Executive Director, Catherine McCall, as they explore the pros and cons of the contentious issue of dual class share structures on February 27 in Toronto…. Read More

Upcoming & Recent Events

Cannabis and Good Governance: Can ESG Help Grow Institutional Investment?

October 1, 2019

Join the CCGG, CPA Canada and ESG Global Advisors in exploring institutional investor and company perspectives on advancing governance in the cannabis industry and address ESG risks and opportunities facing the sector.  … Read More

Upcoming & Recent Events

“Board Refreshment: Does It Matter and How Can We Achieve It?

March 31, 2019

Click to replay our latest webinar which focuses on the importance of board refreshment and the various methods for achieving it…. Read More

Key Policies

Building High Performance Boards

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Key Policies

The Directors’ E&S Guidebook

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Key Policies

Executive Compensation

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Recent Submissions

CCGG Submission – C-97 Regulatory Consultation concerning executive compensation and the well-being of employees, retirees and pensioners

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Recent Submissions

CCGG Feedback Letter Attachment to Ontario MGCS Re: Business Corporations

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Recent Submissions

CCGG Comment ICGN Governance Principles Update Final

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Recent Submissions

CCGG Submission Re: IFRS Foundation Consultation Paper on Sustainability Reporting

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Recent Submissions

CCGG Submission re Notice 11-791 2021-2022 SOP

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Recent Submissions

CCGG Submission – Re: Consultation – Modernizing Ontario’s Capital Markets

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Recent Submissions

CCGG submission to the US Department of Labor re Proposed ERISA ESG integration regulation

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Recent Submissions

CCGG extension request to US Department of Labor re Proposed ERISA ESG integration regulation

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Recent Submissions

CCGG Submission to CSA – National Instrument 52-112: Non GAAP and Other Financial Measures

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Recent Submissions

CCGG Submission to OSC re 2020-21 Statement of Priorities

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Best Practices

Our 2020 Best Practices for Proxy Circular Disclosure is now online

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Gavel Awards

CCGG congratulates TransAlta Corporation for winning the 2020 Governance Gavel Award

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