Governance

Perimeter Institute is an independent, not-for-profit, charitable corporation governed by a volunteer Board of Directors drawn from the private sector and academic community. The Board is the final authority on all matters related to the general structure and development of the Institute.

Financial planning, accountability, and investment strategy are carried out by the Board’s Investment Committee and the Finance and Audit Committee. The Board also forms other committees as required to assist it in performing its duties.

Reporting to the Board of Directors, the Institute’s Executive Director is a pre-eminent scientist responsible for developing and implementing the overall strategic direction of the Institute. The Managing Director and Chief Operating Officer reports to the Executive Director and oversees day-to-day operations, supported by a team of administrative staff.

Perimeter’s resident scientists play an active role in scientific operational decision making via participation on various committees in charge of scientific programs. Committee chairs report to the Faculty Chair, who assists the Institute’s Executive Director with matters such as program reviews, recruitment, and the granting of tenure.

The Scientific Advisory Committee, composed of eminent international scientists, offers independent scrutiny and advice, and provides key support in achieving the Institute’s strategic objectives. 

For full biographies of the Board, go to perimeterinstitute.ca/people

Scientific Advisory Committee¹⁰