With the anticipation of the 2025 Federal Election, Crown corporations need to prepare, not only for the possibility of a new elected government and new mandates, but also the pause and potential delay in decisions requiring GIC approval. Provincial Crown corporations are also impacted by elections, whether federal or within their province. Our discussion, while politically neutral, will focus on the challenges Crown corporations encounter during the writ period and strategies they can employ for a smooth transition post-election.

Topics of discussion include:

• Understanding how federal and provincial elections affect Crown corporations at the federal level and the provincial/ territorial level
• Knowing the limitations on public speaking and contact with government during the writ period
• Anticipating how a new government may affect Crowns and their mandates
• Analyzing best practices to prepare for a new government
• Understanding the new minister’s platform and what the board can do to support that platform without exceeding the Crown corporation’s mandate
• How to respond when the arms length relationship is not maintained
• Developing a plan for upcoming appointments and vacancies on your Board during the election writ period
• Understanding how Directors can assist and fill-in-the-gap
• What happens when there is no quorum?