4. THE BOARD’S ROLE
The Board is responsible for the overall stewardship of RBC. Directors are elected by the shareholders to supervise
management of the business and affairs of the organization with the goal of enhancing long-term shareholder value.
The Board’s role consists of two fundamental elements: decision-making and oversight. The decision-making function
is exercised through the formulation with management of fundamental policies and strategic goals and the approval of
certain significant actions. The oversight function concerns the review of management decisions, the adequacy of
systems and controls and the implementation of policies. In performing its role, the Board makes major policy
decisions, participates in strategic planning, delegates to management authority and responsibility for day-to-day
affairs and reviews management’s performance and effectiveness.