The Institute of Corporate Directors

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Welcome to the ICD

Matthew Fortier, Interim President and CEO

Canada’s leading community of directors, united by one shared purpose: advancing governance excellence.

Whether you are new to the boardroom, deepening your expertise, or helping shape the future of governance, you are part of something bigger.


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Podcast

Nose In, Fingers Out, Remains the Way Forward for Directors

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Event

ICD Fellowship Awards Nominations deadline: October 16, 2026

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Course

ICD-Rotman Directors Education Program (DEP)

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Membership

ICD Directors Register

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Membership

Is your board ready to join?

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EDUCATION

Your Pathway to Directorship

Whether you are an experienced director who is looking to advance your understanding of developing topics that impact your board work or you are stepping into your first board role, the ICD has a course for you.

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New Directors

Build Your Foundation

Essential knowledge and frameworks for new directors to gain experience.

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Developing Directors

Enhance your Impact

For directors familiar with governance best practice, these courses help to improve knowledge in areas core to making a stronger contribution to the board.
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Accomplished Directors

Lead the Future

These courses are intended for experienced directors to hone their insights, skills and competencies to effectively govern in a complex environment.
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Hear From The Director Community

See how our members have progressed through their careers, from first-time directors to industry leaders.

Judith Athaide, ICD.D
 Judith Athaide is an accomplished corporate director, entrepreneur, Professional Engineer (P.Eng.), and ICD.D. She brings 30 years of executive and corporate governance experience to board discussions.
Young Park, ICD.D
The Director Education Program provided a strong foundation in my role as a corporate board member. The knowledge I gained from industry-recognized instructors and peers is so valuable to me personally and the boards I serve.
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