Brock underwent a comprehensive external financial and governance review that was mandated and supported by the Ministry of Colleges and Universities’ Efficiency and Accountability Fund.
The review focused on the following areas:
- Governance, administrative and student services
- Academic Programming
- Physical Assets and Facilities
- Collaborative Procurement
- Revenue Generation
The review resulted in 72 recommendations that have informed the development of Brock’s EAF Implementation Plan. The EAF Implementation Plan is one of the many initiatives underway as part of our ongoing planning for the financial sustainability of the future of the institution. An EAF Steering Committee, appointed by the President and supported by working groups, will oversee the execution of the EAF Implementation Plan. Regular updates will be shared as progress is made.
FAQ and updates
- The Brock University EAF Implementation Plan is Brock’s response to a provincial mandated review to strengthen the long-term financial health of Ontario universities.
- The Brock EAF Implementation Plan organizes 72 recommendations into short-term (< 6 months), medium-term (6 months to 1 year), and long-term (1 year +) timelines
The plan addresses improvements in the following areas:
- Governance, administrative and student services
- Academic Programming
- Physical Assets and Facilities
- Collaborative Procurement
- Revenue Generation
Brock retained KPMG to conduct the primary review. For governance-specific recommendations, Cheryl Foy (Strategic Governance Consulting Services Ltd) provided expert consultation due to the complexity of university governance structures.
The review was mandated by the Provincial Government.
It is essential to:
- Address structural budget challenges
- Ensure Brock’s financial sustainability
- Improve efficiencies and service delivery
- Advance the University Action Plan (UAP) and Strategic Plan
The President has established an EAF Steering Committee to provide strategic direction and oversight, while multiple working groups are implementing and reviewing area-specific recommendations.
EAF Steering Committee Membership:
- Special Advisor, Office of the Provost
- Senior Advisor and Executive Director, Strategic Initiatives, Office of the President
- Executive Director, Strategic Projects, Office of the Provost
- Provost and Vice-President, Academic
- Vice-President, Administration and Services
- Vice-President, Research
- Chief Financial Officer & AVP, Financial Services
- Director, Communications
Some recommendations may lead to changes in staffing models, academic offerings, or service delivery. However, all changes will be approached with transparency, respect, and in accordance with Brock’s guiding principles and collective agreements.
Regular updates will be shared through:
- Campus-wide emails
- Webpage news
- Senate and Board updates
- Town halls and forums
- Communications from direct supervisors
We encourage your engagement! You can:
- Contact your direct supervisor
- Attend town halls or community updates
- Submit questions or comments here
The implementation is a multi-year initiative, with short-, medium-, and long-term recommendations. Initial progress reports will be shared beginning in Fall 2025, with key updates continuing into 2026 and beyond.
- Board and Senate specific recommendations will be prioritized and reviewed by the respective governance committees.
- Joint recommendations will be considered by a Working Group formed by the President, which includes leadership from the Board, Senate, and University. This group will work collaboratively to review and provide guidance on recommendations that affect multiple areas of governance.