pH7 Technologies Corporate Governance Policy
Corporate Governance Policy
- Introduction & Purpose This Corporate Governance Policy outlines the governance framework of pH7 Technologies Inc., ensuring accountability, transparency, and ethical business conduct. It aligns with the Canada Business Corporations Act (CBCA) and industry best practices to safeguard stakeholder interests and promote sustainable growth.
- Governance Structure pH7 Technologies operates under a structured governance model, with the Board of Directors as the principal decision-making body. The Board is responsible for strategic direction, corporate oversight, and risk management. The Chief Executive Officer (CEO) and Leadership Team manage day-to-day operations under the Board’s guidance.
- Role of the Board The Board provides leadership, ensures long-term value creation, and maintains effective corporate oversight. It is accountable to shareholders and stakeholders, ensuring compliance with laws, ethical standards, and corporate governance principles.
- Responsibilities & Key Areas of Oversight The Board’s core responsibilities include:
- Strategy & Management: Defining corporate vision, mission, and long-term objectives.
- Financial Oversight: Approving financial statements, budgets, and capital expenditures.
- Risk Management: Identifying, assessing, and mitigating corporate risks.
- Corporate Culture & Ethics: Upholding ethical standards, values, and governance principles.
- Board & Executive Appointments: Overseeing succession planning and leadership development.
- Stakeholder Engagement: Ensuring balanced representation of shareholders, employees, and partners.
- Contracts and Litigations: Approval of high value contracts and initiations of proceedings, defense or settlement of litigation for the interests of the company.
- Executive Committees & Delegation The Board delegates operational decision-making to the CEO, supported by the Leadership Team. Key executive committees oversee governance aspects such as audit, risk, and compliance to ensure effective management and oversight.
- Ethical Conduct & Accountability pH7 Technologies upholds the highest ethical standards. Directors, executives, and employees must adhere to the company’s Code of Conduct, demonstrating integrity, fairness, and corporate responsibility. The company fosters an inclusive, diverse, and accountable workplace.
- Compliance & Risk Management The Board ensures compliance with external regulatory requirements, internal controls, and corporate governance policies. Regular reviews and risk assessments safeguard the company’s integrity, reputation, and operational resilience.
This Corporate Governance Policy is reviewed periodically to ensure its alignment with evolving corporate and regulatory expectations. It serves as the foundation for responsible and effective corporate leadership at pH7 Technologies Inc.
Chief Executive Office