ICOMOS Canada’s Nominating Committee is looking for its next President and two members to join the Board of Directors.
Passionate and dedicated individuals are encouraged to submit their candidacy to become President or Board Member. Candidates must have a range of experience in heritage matters. We are also looking for a wide-range of people with experience in public relations, fundraising, and non-profit management. Passionate and dedicated individuals are encouraged to submit their candidacy to become a Board Member. Candidates must have a range of experience in heritage matters. We are also looking for a wide-range of people with experience in public relations, fundraising, and non-profit management.
Applicants will be screened before being invited to stand for election by the general membership at the Annual General Meeting on May 4th, 2026.
Nominations should be sent to the nominations committee, no later than April 4th, 2026 to secretariat@canada.icomos.org
For more information, please review ICOMOS Canada’s Election Policies below.
ICOMOS Canada Election Policies 2026
In accordance with the ICOMOS Canada Bylaws, the 2026 General Assembly will elect the following members of the Board by secret ballot for a term of up to three years (2026-2029): two Board members and the President. According to Article 19 of ICOMOS Canada’s bylaws and Article 6-e of the ICOMOS Statutes, only individual members shall be eligible for office within ICOMOS Canada.
The President is responsible for: (a) managing the affairs of ICOMOS Canada; (b) supervising the other officers in the execution of their duties; (c) acting as spokesperson and representative for ICOMOS Canada at a national and international level (Article 80 of ICOMOS Canada’s bylaws).
Board members are jointly responsible for the managerial and fiduciary well-being of the organization as well as for guidance and oversight to ensure excellence in the execution of programs and activities. Between General Assemblies, the Board acts on its behalf, deliberates on all matters necessary to ensure conformity with ICOMOS Canada’s mission and implementation of its thematic priorities, as well as financial health and compliance with the legislation applicable to associations.
The Board meets via teleconference around 10 times per year, usually once a month. All Board members are expected to attend these meetings.
Board members may be invited to serve on ICOMOS Canada’s various committees.
Candidates for election to the Board should bear in mind that the current budgetary restrictions of ICOMOS Canada preclude the provision of any funding to support individual expenses for attending any of the above meetings.
All nominations must be received no later than April 4th, 2026.
The Nominating Committee, having examined and verified all files nominating candidates for election, shall convey the final list of eligible candidates to the current Board of Directors at least 30 days before the election is due to be held, that is by April 4th, 2026. ICOMOS Canada shall make the list of candidates available for inspection at least 14 days before the election is held, that is by April 20th, 2026. This will include: the brief résumé, statement of intent, and photograph of the candidates.
A candidate for election to the Board may withdraw his or her candidature, or notify a change to the position for which they seek to be elected (subject to complying with the candidature requirements set out in ICOMOS Canada bylaws), up to 48 hours before the election begins.
Current Board members who can renew their term according to the bylaws must express in writing their wish to extend their term.
Candidature applications for the office of President must include:
a nominator’s letter signed by at least one member of ICOMOS Canada;
a seconding letters from at least two other members of ICOMOS Canada;
a brief résumé of the professional career, including experience in issues related to World Heritage, and current position of the candidate:
a short version for the ICOMOS newsletter (maximum 75 words, in .doc format)
First name, Name (Province/Territory). Most recent position(s) – employment and/or academic (e.g. Director of Heritage Department, University xx). Academic or Professional training (e.g. Architect, University of X). Positions held in ICOMOS (e.g. President of ICOMOS NC or ISC since xxx, ICOMOS Board member from xx to xx)
a long version (maximum 250 words, in .doc format) for the ICOMOS Canada website;
a statement from the candidate outlining the reasons why he is seeking election, confirming that they will serve and attend Board meetings if elected, and if applicable, self-identifying if they belong to a historically disadvantaged group (maximum 750 words in .doc format); and
a passport size photographic portrait (in .jpg or .gif format, max. file size 1MB).
Profile requirements for the office of the President:
– Bilingualism (English and French)
– Expected to volunteer between 10-15 hours per week
– At least 10 years of experience in the heritage sector and recognized professionally
– Ability to demonstrate a track record in building partnerships
– Canadian resident
In order to help the membership appreciate the candidate’s possible contribution to the future Board, candidate statements of intent may include elements such as the candidate’s:
– vision of the mission of ICOMOS Canada, and its current and future role,
– views on priorities for the next three years relative to ICOMOS Canada’s mission,
– proposals on how to achieve his/her vision, including funding,
– interest in contributing to specific activities of ICOMOS Canada,
– personal objectives for ICOMOS Canada’s development in the event of him/her being elected.
Candidates for Board elections must:
Be an ICOMOS Canada member in good standing residing in Canada
Include a brief résumé of the professional career, qualifications and current position of the candidate:
a short version for the ICOMOS newsletter (maximum 75 words, in .doc format)
First name, Name (Province/Territory). Most recent position(s) – employment and/or academic (e.g. Director of Heritage Department, University xx). Academic or Professional training (e.g. Architect, University of X). Positions held in ICOMOS (e.g. President of ICOMOS NC or ISC since xxx, ICOMOS Board member from xx to xx)
a long version (maximum 250 words, in .doc format) for the ICOMOS web site;
a statement from the candidate outlining the reasons why they are seeking election, confirming that they will serve and attend Board meetings if elected, and if applicable, self-identifying if they belong to a historically disadvantaged group (maximum 750 words in .doc format); and
a passport size photographic portrait (in .jpg or .gif format, max. file size 1MB).
In order to help the membership appreciate the candidate’s possible contribution to the future Board, the candidate’s statement of intent may include elements such as the candidate’s:
vision of the mission of ICOMOS Canada, and its current and future role,
views on priorities for the next three years relative to ICOMOS Canada’s mission,
proposals on how to achieve his/her vision, including funding,
interest in contributing to specific activities of ICOMOS Canada,
personal objectives for ICOMOS Canada’s development in the event of him/her being elected.
All nomination files should be submitted in electronic format, with texts in English and/or French at secretariat@canada.icomos.org
ICOMOS Canada is committed to fostering and supporting equity, diversity and inclusion within its membership, on the Board of Directors and in leadership positions. Indigenous Peoples, visible minorities, including racialized, Black, and/or People of Colour, people with disabilities, 2SLGBTQ+ and or gender and sexually diverse individuals are encouraged to submit nominations