The Board of Directors endorses the principle that sound corporate governance practices are important to the proper functioning of Medical Facilities and the enhancement of the interests of the shareholders. The Board and its various committees provide oversight and direction in the establishment of the Medical Facilities’ corporate governance practices which are consistent with all applicable Canadian regulatory guidelines and standards. The Board has responsibility for the overall stewardship of the conduct of the business of Medical Facilities and discharges this responsibility both directly and by the delegation of certain authority to committees of the Board and senior management. Readers requiring further information about Medical Facilities’ governance practices are directed to its SEDAR filings at www.sedar.com.