[Ottawa, ON | May 1, 2026]
CANARIE is seeking applications from highly qualified candidates to fill two (2) positions on its Board of Directors. These individuals will provide insight and context to Board discussions regarding the changing needs of Canadian research and post-secondary education, and guidance that will serve to ensure alignment between CANARIE programs and the needs of the user community. Candidates should be willing to represent CANARIE in the community and to use their influence to help achieve the organization’s long-term goals.
The Board is currently recruiting the following positions from Canadian research or post-secondary institutions:
- One (1) President or Vice-President; and
- One (1) Vice-President, Research or an equivalent position.
About the CANARIE Board of Directors
CANARIE is governed by an independent Board of Directors comprised of an equal number of individuals from industry and academia, and tasked with strategic direction, financial oversight, and policy oversight for the organization. These volunteer Directors bring a variety of skills and experience to the Board, and their backgrounds in the academic, institutional, and private and public sectors ensure CANARIE’s programs and services anticipate and effectively address the evolving needs of these communities.
Director Requirements
- Directors are elected for one-year renewable terms, and all Directors serve on at least one standing committee of the Board. Terms may be renewed for up to six years.
- Candidates for the Board position must be available to attend quarterly Board meetings held in different locations across Canada, attend quarterly committee teleconference calls, and dedicate a few hours per quarter to meeting preparation.
Applicant Qualifications
Applicants considering the opportunity to serve on the Board should possess the following qualifications to complement those of current Directors:
- Experience with research and development, business development, and strategic planning;
- Experience working with researchers, educators, governments, agencies, and funders;
- Interest in, or knowledge of, digital infrastructure;
- Experience in organizational governance;
- Financial management
- Leadership skills.
Board Diversity Policy
In support of the Board Diversity Policy, CANARIE seeks representation through diversity of the institutional and industry stakeholder communities it serves, and diversity of personal and demographic characteristics represented in Canadian society, including gender, sexual orientation, ethnicity, age, business experience, functional expertise and personal skills, and geographic location. By policy, CANARIE strives to maintain its Board gender balance between 40% and 60%. Regional representation includes directors from across the country and encompasses linguistic diversity to recognize Canada’s two official languages.
Application Process
Interested individuals may apply for election as a Director by visiting the Board of Directors page on the CANARIE website and submitting the required information by May 25, 2026.
The final candidates will be reviewed and approved by the CANARIE Board before being submitted for election by the CANARIE Members at the Annual General Meeting on September 17, 2026. All individuals who submit an application will be notified of the outcome of the process after the final slate of Directors has been approved and before the slate is presented to Members in advance of the AGM and election.
For more information, please contact:
Lesley McElroy
Director, Communications
CANARIE
[email protected]