Post 1: Budgeting for Board Development
Budget season is approaching, and #policegovernanceboards across Ontario are preparing to submit their requests.
But there’s a critical piece often overlooked: the board’s own development.
Under the Community Safety and Policing Act (#CSPA), boards are expected to lead with strategic oversight, transparency, and accountability. Yet many operate without dedicated funding for training, tools, or governance support.
Over the next few posts, we’ll explore why board development matters, how it can be budgeted responsibly, and what boards can do to strengthen their role without compromising public trust or fiscal responsibility.
Strong boards build safer communities. Let’s start there.