CanadaGAP is now accepting nominations for four candidates to serve on the Board of Directors for CanAgPlus, the not-for-profit corporation that owns and operates the CanadaGAP Program.

CanAgPlus directors will be elected by members (i.e., those who are enrolled in the CanadaGAP Program) at the 2022 Annual General Meeting. See http://www.canadagap.ca/events/annual-general-meeting/ for further information.

CanAgPlus is currently seeking nominations for four (4) directors to the Board. The Board is comprised of eight directors in total, serving two-year rotating terms to ensure some continuity in membership.

A recommended slate of nominees will be prepared in advance of the AGM for circulation to members and presented for vote at the AGM. In accordance with provisions in the corporate by-law, and subject to applicable rules of order during meetings of members, nominations may also be made by ordinary resolution at the AGM.

Criteria for Directors

Candidates are expected to have a strong interest in the delivery, integrity, and objectives of the CanadaGAP Program. Criteria for service on the Board of Directors include:

-  Exhibit ability to communicate interpersonally, provide facilitative leadership, and enforce group discipline on board processes.

-  Strong understanding and experience with the appropriate roles, group processes and corporate bylaws and policies that form systems of corporate governance.

-  Demonstrated judgment and integrity in an oversight role.

Consideration will be given to volunteers with experience serving on a not-for-profit Board or governance committee or senior level experience working with other Boards. Experience and skills in the following areas will be considered assets:

-  Good working knowledge of CanadaGAP - functioning, goals, evolution, etc. 

-  Familiarity with administrative and management processes, rather than technical knowledge

-  Personnel management experience

-  Financial management experience

-  Knowledge of international food safety context

Directors need NOT be CanadaGAP program participants.

Directors will serve a two-year term. The Board typically meets in person in conjunction with the AGM and holds virtual meetings throughout the year as needed.

How to Apply

Those interested in serving on the Board of Directors must complete and submit the application form by August 31, 2022. Self-nominations are acceptable.

Source:  CanAgPlus June 2022 news release