The Chartered Governance Institute of Canada
The Chartered Governance Institute of Canada (CGIC) is a national, not-for-profit organization, and the Canadian Division of The Chartered Governance Institute (formerly The Institute of Chartered Secretaries and Administrators), a global network delivering certification programs for governance professionals. CGIC is the only global qualifying organization in Canada that grants Chartered status to professionals. Chartered Secretaries and Chartered Governance Professionals, certified by CGIC, are the primary sources of trusted advice to boards of directors and leaders in the practice of good governance.
Accredited Director (Acc.Dir.)
The Accredited Director designation is awarded to individuals who have completed the Directors’ Education and Accreditation Program (DEAP).
Achieving the Accredited Director Designation signifies comprehensive knowledge and insight into the role of a Board Director, as well as the ability to manage fiduciary responsibilities ...
Affiliate (CG)
The Affiliate designation is awarded to individuals recognized for their professional achievement, value, capability, and experience in governance, compliance, or risk.
Affiliated membership signifies a commitment to a code of professional ethics and conduct, as well as a dedication to keeping skills up to date ...
Associate (ACG)
The Associate designation is awarded to individuals who have reached the level of Chartered membership through both study and practical experience in governance or corporate secretarialship.
Admission as an Associate recognizes a minimum of six years of relevant industry experience, or a minimum of three ...
Chartered Member
The Chartered Member membership badge is awarded to individuals who have attained Chartered Status with The Chartered Governance Institute by demonstrating their capabilities in governance across various disciplines, including strategy, finance, law, compliance, and risk.
Achieving Chartered membership signifies ...
Fellow (FCG)
The Fellow designation is awarded to individuals who have reached the highest level of Chartered membership through extensive practical experience in governance or corporate secretariateship.
Admission as a Fellow recognizes a minimum of eight years of relevant industry experience, including at least three ...
Graduate (GRADCG)
The Graduate designation is awarded to individuals who have successfully completed the International Qualifying Program (IQP) and are actively working towards the experience required for Chartered Membership.
Achieving Graduate status signifies a high-level mastery of the many subjects relevant to governance ...
Member
The Member membership badge is awarded to individuals who have completed one of three esteemed programs: the International Qualifying Program (IQP), the Directors’ Education and Accreditation Program (DEAP), or the Professional Administrator Program (PAP).
Achieving the Member status signifies a commitment to excellence ...
Professional Administrator (P.Adm.)
The Professional Administrator designation is awarded to individuals who have completed the Professional Administrators Program and possess the knowledge and skills necessary for sustaining operations within organizations.
Achieving the Professional Administrator designation signifies competence in four key areas: ...
Student Member
The Student Member membership badge is awarded to individuals currently studying the International Qualifying Program (IQP).
Student Membership signifies an individual’s commitment to advancing their knowledge in governance and staying informed about the latest news, trends, and developments in the field.
