| Overall Rating | Gold |
|---|---|
| Overall Score | 67.27 |
| Liaison | Jesse Russell |
| Submission Date | Dec. 30, 2024 |
Canadore College
PA-3: Institutional Governance
| Status | Score | Responsible Party |
|---|---|---|
|
3.50 / 4.00 |
3.1 Student participation in governance
Narrative and/or website URL outlining the ongoing bodies through which students can democratically participate in the governance of the institution:
College Council is where students, staff, faculty, and administration volunteer and collaborate to make positive changes to campus life. From issues that affect day-to-day operations to larger strategic planning initiatives, College Council is a place to raise issues and effect changes in policy. It is the only provincially-mandated committee that provides advice to the College President.
Canadore Students’ Council is made up of representatives from the student body. The Council's goal is to develop and deliver on-campus programming that encourages cultural, educational, social and athletic leadership to improve the quality of life for all students at Canadore.
Canadore College is governed by a Board of Governors comprised of up to 12 volunteers from the external community appointed by the Board and the Lieutenant Governor in Council plus the College President and 4 elected volunteers from Canadore’s internal community on behalf of our students, faculty, support staff and administration.
Are one or more student representatives included as members of the institution’s highest decision-making body?:
Narrative and/or website URL outlining student representation on the institution’s highest decision-making body:
Canadore College is governed by a Board of Governors comprised of up to 12 volunteers from the external community appointed by the Board and the Lieutenant Governor in Council plus the College President and 4 elected volunteers from Canadore’s internal community on behalf of our students, faculty, support staff and administration.
Canadore Students’ Council is made up of representatives from the student body. The Council's goal is to develop and deliver on-campus programming that encourages cultural, educational, social and athletic leadership to improve the quality of life for all students at Canadore.
College Council is where students, staff, faculty, and administration volunteer and collaborate to make positive changes to campus life. From issues that affect day-to-day operations to larger strategic planning initiatives, College Council is a place to raise issues and effect changes in policy. It is the only provincially-mandated committee that provides advice to the College President.
Does at least one student representative have voting rights on the highest decision-making body?:
Description of other mechanisms used to consult students on institutional decisions, plans, or policies:
The Board of Governors is responsible for setting the college vision, strategic directions, and overall goals and outcomes; establishing governance structures to enable the achievement of expected institutional outcomes; delegating to the president accountability for the operation of the college; approving the college’s annual business plan, budget and annual report; and assessing the attainment of corporate goals and outcome.
College Council is where students, staff, faculty, and administration volunteer and collaborate to make positive changes to campus life. From issues that affect day-to-day operations to larger strategic planning initiatives, College Council is a place to raise issues and effect changes in policy. It is the only provincially-mandated committee that provides advice to the College President.
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3.2 Academic staff participation in governance
Narrative and/or website URL outlining the ongoing bodies through which academic staff can democratically participate in the governance of the institution:
Canadore College is governed by a Board of Governors comprised of up to 12 volunteers from the external community appointed by the Board and the Lieutenant Governor in Council plus the College President and 4 elected volunteers from Canadore’s internal community on behalf of our students, faculty, support staff and administration.
College Council is where students, staff, faculty, and administration volunteer and collaborate to make positive changes to campus life. From issues that affect day-to-day operations to larger strategic planning initiatives, College Council is a place to raise issues and effect changes in policy. It is the only provincially-mandated committee that provides advice to the College President.
Are one or more academic staff representatives included as members of the institution’s highest decision-making body?:
Narrative and/or website URL outlining academic staff representation on the institution’s highest decision-making body:
Canadore College is governed by a Board of Governors comprised of up to 12 volunteers from the external community appointed by the Board and the Lieutenant Governor in Council plus the College President and 4 elected volunteers from Canadore’s internal community on behalf of our students, faculty, support staff and administration.
College Council is where students, staff, faculty, and administration volunteer and collaborate to make positive changes to campus life. From issues that affect day-to-day operations to larger strategic planning initiatives, College Council is a place to raise issues and effect changes in policy. It is the only provincially-mandated committee that provides advice to the College President.
Does at least one academic staff representative have voting rights on the institution’s highest decision-making body?:
Description of other mechanisms used to consult academic staff on institutional decisions, plans, or policies:
The Board of Governors is responsible for setting the college vision, strategic directions, and overall goals and outcomes; establishing governance structures to enable the achievement of expected institutional outcomes; delegating to the president accountability for the operation of the college; approving the college’s annual business plan, budget and annual report; and assessing the attainment of corporate goals and outcomes.
College Council is where students, staff, faculty, and administration volunteer and collaborate to make positive changes to campus life. From issues that affect day-to-day operations to larger strategic planning initiatives, College Council is a place to raise issues and effect changes in policy. It is the only provincially-mandated committee that provides advice to the College President.
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3.3 Non-academic staff participation in governance
Narrative and/or website URL outlining the ongoing bodies through which non-academic staff can democratically participate in the governance of the institution:
Canadore College is governed by a Board of Governors comprised of up to 12 volunteers from the external community appointed by the Board and the Lieutenant Governor in Council plus the College President and 4 elected volunteers from Canadore’s internal community on behalf of our students, faculty, support staff and administration.
College Council is where students, staff, faculty, and administration volunteer and collaborate to make positive changes to campus life. From issues that affect day-to-day operations to larger strategic planning initiatives, College Council is a place to raise issues and effect changes in policy. It is the only provincially-mandated committee that provides advice to the College President.
Are one or more staff members representing non-managerial workers included as members of the institution’s highest decision-making body?:
Narrative and/or website URL outlining non-academic staff representation on the institution’s highest decision-making body:
College Council is where students, staff, faculty, and administration volunteer and collaborate to make positive changes to campus life. From issues that affect day-to-day operations to larger strategic planning initiatives, College Council is a place to raise issues and effect changes in policy. It is the only provincially-mandated committee that provides advice to the College President.
Canadore College is governed by a Board of Governors comprised of up to 12 volunteers from the external community appointed by the Board and the Lieutenant Governor in Council plus the College President and 4 elected volunteers from Canadore’s internal community on behalf of our students, faculty, support staff and administration.
Does at least one staff member representing non-managerial workers have voting rights on the institution’s highest decision-making body?:
Description of other mechanisms used to consult non-academic staff on institutional decisions, plans, or policies:
The Board of Governors is responsible for setting the college vision, strategic directions, and overall goals and outcomes; establishing governance structures to enable the achievement of expected institutional outcomes; delegating to the president accountability for the operation of the college; approving the college’s annual business plan, budget and annual report; and assessing the attainment of corporate goals and outcomes.
College Council is where students, staff, faculty, and administration volunteer and collaborate to make positive changes to campus life. From issues that affect day-to-day operations to larger strategic planning initiatives, College Council is a place to raise issues and effect changes in policy. It is the only provincially-mandated committee that provides advice to the College President.
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3.4 Community participation in governance
Narrative and/or website URL outlining the ongoing bodies through which local community-based organizations can democratically participate in the governance of the institution:
Has the institution used one or more ad hoc mechanisms during the previous three years to consult local community members on institutional decisions, plans, or policies?:
Narrative and/or website URL outlining the ad hoc mechanisms used during the previous three years to consult local community members on institutional decisions, plans, or policies:
The Village Collective Impact Project at Canadore College has been a cornerstone of the institution’s commitment to engaging local community members in institutional decisions, plans, and policies over the past three years. This initiative exemplifies the college’s dedication to fostering inclusive and collaborative decision-making processes that reflect the needs and priorities of the community.
A key feature of The Village is the involvement of the SAGE Team (Seniors Advisory Group Engagement), which plays a vital role in consulting on all campus changes and providing regular feedback on the experiences of older adults both on campus and within the broader community. This group not only collaborates with the college but also actively engages with community partners to ensure that decisions are informed by diverse and intergenerational perspectives.
The Village’s engagement and communication strategy includes SAGE Team monthly meetings, seasonal gatherings of a Coalition of organizations, seasonal surveys, talking circles, and a monthly newsletter. These mechanisms ensure ongoing dialogue and feedback loops with seniors and community partners. By integrating these consultations into its operations, the college has successfully co-developed solutions for issues like health services, food security, and housing, creating impactful outcomes that benefit both the campus and the surrounding community.
This multifaceted approach underscores Canadore College’s commitment to sustainable development and community well-being, demonstrating how thoughtful and inclusive consultation can guide institutional priorities in meaningful ways.
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