ATCO Ltd. has developed an effective system of corporate governance that has evolved and matured to meet the challenging requirements of providing comprehensive oversight to an organization with a diverse number of business groups and distinct principal operating subsidiaries.

The Board of Directors views effective corporate governance as an essential element for the ongoing well-being of the Corporation and its shareholders. The Corporation strives to ensure that its corporate governance practices provide the effective stewardship of the Corporation and evaluates its practices on an ongoing basis.

The Board typically meets four times a year and additionally during the year as the need arises. The frequency and length of meetings and the nature of agenda items depend upon the circumstances. Meetings are generally lengthy, detailed and well attended, and are conducted in an atmosphere which encourages participation and independence. In addition to regularly scheduled Board and committee meetings, the Directors annually attend a comprehensive four to five day strategy session. Round table discussion sessions are also held throughout the year.

Further Information

» Management Proxy Circular [2.9 MB pdf]
» View Statement of Governance Practices [126 KB pdf]