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Board of Directors

Application Information

Everything you need to know before applying to join the OCNI Board of Directors.

Application Details

Eligibility Requirements

  • Must be a FULL Member of OCNI in good standing
  • Minimum 3 years of professional experience
  • Available for ALL board meetings
  • No conflicts of interest with OCNI operations

Board Responsibilities

  • Attend and participate in all scheduled board meetings
  • Contribute to strategic planning and governance
  • Serve on at least one committee
  • Term length: 3 years with option to stand for re-election

Important Dates

  • August 31 – September 21: Candidate Registration
  • September 28 – October 11: Campaign Period
  • October 12–30: Member Voting Period
  • November 23–27: Committee Chair informs all candidates of election outcomes and next steps
  • December 9: Elected candidates presented to the membership for ratification at the OCNI AGM

Required Documents

  • Letter of Consent from employer
  • Letter of intent (included in application form)
  • Professional headshot

Application Process

  1. Complete the online application form
  2. Upload required documents
  3. Submit before the deadline
  4. Await notification from the Governance Committee

Eligibility Checklist

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Ready to Apply?

Complete all checklist items and submit your application.

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