The Board of Directors is the legal governing authority and oversees the affairs of the organization. The role of the Board is to provide governance and overall policy direction for the organization and ensure its financial integrity, the fulfillment of its legal responsibilities, the pursuit of its objectives and the quality of its programs on behalf of the community. Operations are implemented by the Executive Director. As a member of the Board, a Director acts in a position of trust for the community and is responsible for effective governance, stewardship, leadership and support of the organization. The Board of Directors is ultimately responsible to the community and regulatory and funding bodies, as appropriate, for the effective operation and management of Hospice Southeast New Brunswick.