Terms of Reference

Twenty-four members are appointed to serve a two year term and are asked to attend small business consultation sessions in their region. Roundtable Board meetings will be held in various locations around the province, four times each year.

The Minister of Small Business, Technology and Economic Development will chair the Roundtable, appoint new members and provide overall strategic direction to guide the group in the overall achievement of its mandate. Two Vice Chairs will assist the minister.

The two Vice Chairs are responsible for:

• Assisting the Chair in carrying out the Chair’s duties
• Assuming the responsibilities of the Chair in the absence of the Chair or when requested by the Chair
• Performing such other duties and responsibilities as may be assigned by the Chair

The Roundtable Members are responsible for:

• Attending meetings of the Small Business Roundtable
• Reviewing materials that will be presented at the meetings and arising from the Small Business Roundtable work plan and activities
• Supporting and participating in the meetings, work plan and activities of the Small Business Roundtable and contribute to discussions, recommendations and actions
• Providing advice to the Minister on matters relating to the Roundtable mandate

With regard to expenses, all Roundtable members will receive a per diem for each meeting attended and reimbursement of travel expenses as per approved expense guidelines.

All Roundtable business is confidential and members agree to adhere to government regulations of acts pertaining to confidentiality.