FAQ

 

How does a senator become eligible to join ISG?

 

Any senator is eligible to join the ISG so long as he or she:
 

• Is not part of a caucus composed of senators belonging to a recognized party as defined in Appendix I to the Rules of the Senate,

• Does not act as a representative of the government,

• Is not appointed as Speaker,

• Ascribes to the Purpose and Vision of the ISG,

• Has habitually demonstrated behavior that is consistent with the ISG’s Principles, and

• Is in good standing with the Senate.

 

Membership Committee will review membership applications and come to a vote.

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What is a facilitator/deputy facilitator?

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The facilitator is responsible for the central coordination of ISG operations, including issues management for matters concerning ISG Business:
 

• Oversight of the Secretariat

• Interface with Senate officers and officials (the “usual channels”).

• Preparation of discussion papers and briefing notes,

• Information gathering and dissemination,
   

The Facilitator is supported by a Deputy Facilitator and a Coordinating Team. The Coordinating Team acts as a conduit for advice and information between the Facilitator and ISG senators.

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What is the role of a Scroll Manager?

The Scroll Manager is responsible for coordinating information flow about Chamber operations, including:
 

• Dissemination of written and verbal updates about Chamber operations during sittings.

• Interface with the Chamber Operations and Procedure Office (COPO)

• Dissemination of Scroll Updates

• Participation in Scroll Meetings

What is the role of a Liaison?

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The ISG Liaison Officer has four main legislative functions:

 

• Coordinate the presence of the ISG in the House (with the administrative support of the Secretariat);

• Survey the voting intentions of ISG members (with administrative support from the Secretariat);

• Communicate with other groups in the Senate, including government officials;

• Participate in strategic decision-making when the need arises in the House.