I see that David J. Smith is chair of the Audit committee,
Governance principles
Recruitment
—The provincial government appoints the
commissioners for a term of office specified under the
Administrative Tribunals Act
. Every commissioner has skills and
experience in business, capital markets, law, or regulation; a
reputation for honesty, integrity, and dependability; and an
appropriate level of knowledge of securities law and industry
practice to fulfill the role as a member of an expert tribunal.
Orientation
—The board has a comprehensive orientation
program for new commissioners. The orientation program
familiarizes new commissioners with the mandate and
operations of the BCSC, the role of the board and its
committees, and the relationship and division of responsibilities
between the board and government.
Audit
Human Resources
Governance
David J. Smith, Chair
Suzanne K. Wiltshire
Shelley C. Williams
Don Rowlatt, Chair
Bradley Doney
Shelley C. Williams
Kenneth G. Hanna, Chair
Don Rowlatt
David J. Smith
The Audit Committee assists the board in
• ensuring the integrity of the BCSC’s financial management
and reporting systems
• ensuring the effectiveness of the BCSC’s internal controls
• ensuring the independence of the BCSC’s internal and
external auditors
• monitoring risk management policies and systems
• such other related initiatives as may be necessary or
desirable to enhance board effectiveness
