STAR Workshop – Putting the Tri-Agency Guide on Financial Administration (TAGFA) into Action: Updates & Scenarios – June 10, 2026

Session Description

Calling all research administrators! You are invited to participatein an interactive workshop presented by Internal Audit and VPRI staff. This session will highlight key updates to the Tri-Agency Guide on FinancialAdministration (TAGFA) and share insights drawn from the latest Internal Auditfindings. Learn how your contributions directly support U of T’s compliancesuccess.  The workshop will also feature practical case studies designedto build confidence and clarity in applying these requirements in yourday-to-day work.  This session is highly recommended for researchadministrators at all experience levels who are looking to strengthen theirunderstanding of research fund administration and best practices!

Speakers:

• Audelyn Budihardjo, Assistant Director, Internal Audit
• Keziah Lo, Senior Auditor Research Compliance, Internal Audit
• Drew Gyorke, Director, Agency & Foundation Funding, ResearchServices Office, VPRI
  
• Peter Schwarz-Lam, Manager, Projects & Process Optimization,Operations & Budget, VPRI

See the STAR program for resources and to learn about past events.

The STAR events are specifically intended for U of T staff administering research, such as business officers, research administrator/facilitators, strategic research officers, finance-related staff, and faculty.