The President and Vice-Chancellor is the chief executive officer of the University. The President has ultimate responsibility for the academic work and general administration of the University, the members of faculty, officers, other employees and students, and such additional powers and duties as from time to time may be conferred upon or assigned to the President by the Board. The President is expected to bring educational leadership and a visionary approach to defining the academic and administrative focus of the University.

The Provost and Vice-President Academic, Vice-President Finance and Resources, Vice-President Research, Vice-President University Advancement, the University Secretary, the Special Advisor on Aboriginal Initiatives and the Director of Government Relations report directly to the President.