CACERCanadian Energy Regulator Act, s. 17Primary legislationIn force

Role of the board of directors

Section 17 of the Canadian Energy Regulator Act establishes the board of directors' governance role, requiring it to provide strategic direction and advice to the Regulator while being prohibited from influencing specific Commission decisions or recommendations. The board may establish bylaws for its operations, with quorum defined as a majority of directors including the Chairperson.

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Role of the board of directors

17 (1) The board of directors is responsible for the governance of the Regulator and its governance functions include providing strategic direction and advice to the Regulator. The board of directors must not however give directions or provide advice with respect to any particular decision, order or recommendation that is made by the Commission or a commissioner. (2) The board of directors may make by-laws respecting the conduct of its meetings and the general conduct of its activities. (3) A majority of the directors holding office, including the Chairperson, constitutes a quorum of the board of directors.

Source

https://laws-lois.justice.gc.ca/eng/acts/C-15.1/section-17.html

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