Achieving the long-term goals of each client is at the centre of everything SEAMARK does.  This client oriented culture is reflected in SEAMARK’s approach to corporate governance.

Public Company: As a publicly traded company, SEAMARK is held to stringent corporate governance standards.  Clients have timely access to operational and financial information, ensuring the highest degree of transparency in the industry.

Independent Board: SEAMARK’s independent Board of Directors (6 of 7 Directors are non-management) ensures an impartial review of corporate risk management and compliance procedures.

Code of Ethics: SEAMARK’s Code of Ethics and Business Conduct is signed annually by all employees.  The Code is continually reviewed and updated as necessary to reflect the highest standards of integrity and business conduct.

Internal Compliance: Internal compliance personnel monitor SEAMARK’s operations to confirm that all activities are conducted in a manner consistent with regulatory requirements and SEAMARK’s fiduciary duty to clients.

Proxy voting: Proxy voting is integrated into the investment management process to support the long-term interests of SEAMARK’s clients.  SEAMARK is also a member of the Canadian Coalition for Good Governance, which represents Canadian institutional shareholders in the promotion of corporate governance practices that best align the interests of boards and management with those of the shareholder.