The treasurer is elected by synod as an officer of synod and ex-officio member of Diocesan Council. The treasurer chairs the meetings of the finance committee. The finance committee meets at least five times a year. The treasurer and the finance committee provide to the bishop and diocesan council advice and counsel about immediate and long-term finances, investments, budgeting, and oversight of the audit/review process. The finance committee, with the assistance of the diocesan finance officer, is responsible for presenting financial statements to synod and the bishop, and to ensuring compliance with Canada Revenue Agency requirements and presenting an annual budget to diocesan council.
Joel Hefty, St John the Divine, Victoria (Greater Victoria)