Governance Structure and ESG Oversight at Killam Apartment REIT
At Killam, we firmly believe that effective corporate governance is essential to the ongoing success of our organization. As part of our commitment to strong leadership and participation in REIT governance initiatives across Canada, Killam’s Board of Trustees carries out its responsibilities with the support of several board committees, including the Governance and ESG Committee.
Diversity and Inclusion
We recognize the value that diversity brings to the Board of Trustees and Killam’s executive, including improved decision-making, good governance, and strong corporate performance. Killam has both employee and Board Diversity and Inclusion Policies to promote inclusiveness, diversity, and leadership opportunities.
Ethics
We are committed to strong corporate citizenship and uphold a high standard of integrity in our business conduct. As part of our approach to REIT corporate governance in Canada, we have established a comprehensive set of policies that guide our corporate ethics and help shape our organizational culture.
Other key governance policies are available on our website.
At Killam, we are committed to conducting our business with integrity, fairness, and transparency, and we expect the same from our business partners. Our Supplier Code of Conduct formalizes this commitment, ensuring responsible business practices across our supply chain.
Risk Management and Cybersecurity
Killam prioritizes risk management to ensure the safety of residents and staff. On a quarterly basis, Killam’s Risk Management Committee, including senior representatives from all departments, reviews initiatives to improve the safety and security of Killam’s portfolio. Killam’s proactive approach to risk management extends to mitigating the risks posed by climate change, such as floods.
We are committed to protecting the security of our information systems and data against unauthorized access, use, and disclosure. We take a comprehensive approach to cybersecurity, leveraging industry best practices, security tools, and processes to strengthen our IT environment.
