Annual Reports
These key documents are available for the University community and members of the public to review. They provide important information about the University’s priorities, plans and overall performance, and are also an important component in ensuring accountability and consistent reporting across the sector.
In addition to the documents available here, the University’s website contains a wealth of information about our overall mission and vision, current University programs and initiatives, the exciting research and innovative teaching currently underway, and the partnerships we are building with our local and global communities. Further information about the Broader Public Sector Accountability requirements can be found here.
Past McMaster Goals and Priorities Reports
Past Strategic Mandate Documents
Board of Governors Report
The President provides a written report to the Board of Governors at each Board meeting. Meetings usually take place in October, December, March, April/May and June. Copies of the President’s Reports for the current and last two calendar years will be posted here. Additional information regarding Board meetings, including details of the agenda package for the open session portion of the meetings, can be found on the website of the University Secretariat at: http://www.mcmaster.ca/univsec/
Leadership Performance Goals
Performance Goals
July 1, 2023 – June 30, 2024
The President and Vice-Presidents establish performance goals on an annual basis. These goals reflect strategic priorities within their respective areas of responsibility in support of the University’s mission. The goals are established following discussion between the President and Vice-Presidents and are reviewed and formally approved by the Human Resources Committee of the Board of Governors. A summary of the agreed performance goals is provided to the Board of Governors on an annual basis and published here.
The key goals for the President and Vice-Presidents for the 2021/22 academic year are focused on navigating the University through a successful and gradual return to campus over the course of the year, with the goal of retaining flexibility in working practices where possible, and supporting the well-being of faculty, staff, and students. Alongside this critically important work, the senior team is working to advance the five key priorities outlined in the University’s Strategic Plan, namely: Inclusive Excellence; Teaching and Learning; Research and Scholarship; Engaging Local, National, Indigenous, and Global Communities; and Operational Excellence.
David Farrar Summary of Goals
President and Vice-Chancellor
Susan Tighe Summary of Goals
Provost and Vice-President (Academic)
Andy Knights Summary of Goals
Acting Vice-President (Research)
Paul O’Byrne Summary of Goals
Dean and Vice-President (Health Sciences)
Saher Fazilat Summary of Goals
Vice-President (Operations and Finance)
Lili Litwin Summary of Goals
Vice-President (University Advancement)
Expenses Reporting
As part of the University’s commitment to good governance and transparency, summaries of the personal travel and hospitality expenses incurred by the President in undertaking his duties are being made available. The President represents the University at a variety of meetings, conferences and events in order to strengthen and promote relationships within the local community, raise the profile of McMaster with all levels of government and contribute proactively to the debate around the future of higher education. The President also works to maintain a strong connection with McMaster’s alumni community, our external supporters and partners, and foster collaborative relationships with other universities, both within Canada and overseas. Summaries of the personal expenses incurred in undertaking this work will be posted on a quarterly basis. The expenses relate to travel costs and associated meals, accommodation and other expenses organized by trip, together with personal hospitality expenses. The University’s policy on Reimbursements to Individuals for University Business governs the approval and reimbursement process for such expenses.
United Nations Academic Impact (UNAI)
The United Nations Academic Impact (UNAI) is an initiative that aligns institutions of higher education with the United Nations in actively supporting and contributing to the realization of UN goals and mandates including the promotion and protection of human rights, access to education, sustainability and conflict resolution.