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 Annual Financial 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, 2020 – June 30, 2021
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 2020/21 year are focused on continuing to navigate the University successfully through the COVID-19 pandemic and positioning the institution for a successful return to campus-based operations when safe to do so. Key initiatives for the year include continuing the momentum and focus on equity, diversity and inclusion (EDI) to advance and implement the EDI Strategy and Action Plan; working to address issues of inequity and racism on our campus; completing the ongoing visioning and strategic planning exercise; continuing to focus on fundraising and revenue-generation in support of our researchers and scholars; supporting the academic and personal well-being of our students in the virtual environment; continuing to enhance our administrative systems and supports and promote operational excellence across the University; and building partnerships and relationships locally and globally to further enhance the impact of McMaster’s work and societal contributions.
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.