Corporate Governance

Strong corporate governance helps organizations make informed decisions, manage risk, and remain accountable to the people and communities they serve. True North Law advises corporations, not-for-profits, and charities on governance structures, policies, bylaws, board responsibilities, and processes that support effective oversight and regulatory compliance.

Anna is a true GovernanceGeek™ with extensive knowledge of governance best practices and the practical challenges facing boards and leadership teams. She is currently an appointed member of the Imagine Canada Standards Council, the volunteer body responsible for overseeing the Imagine Canada Standards and Accreditation Program.

Anna is also pursuing her GPC.D designation through Governance Professionals of Canada. Drawing on her legal knowledge and governance experience, she provides clear, practical guidance to help boards understand their responsibilities, strengthen decision-making, and build effective governance practices tailored to their organization.

Providing training sessions for Boards of Directors, and/or Officers, and/or Management (1/2 day and full day sessions) including Basic training on legal compliance and risk management issues, including fiduciary responsibilities and High-level training on policy governance
Planning and facilitating strategic planning sessions, as well as preparing preliminary questionnaires, strategic plans, and operational plans.
Creating governance documents, such as by-laws, terms of reference, policies, codes of conduct, governance checklists, Board calendars, and due diligence workplans
Advising on directors and officers’ liability matters, the rights of members, governance structure changes (e.g., changes to membership classes and Board composition)
Assisting with conflict management and relationship issues between directors and/or members and/or management