2024-2025 PEGNL Board of Directors
Board of Directors - Call for Nominations
PEGNL is governed by a 12-member Board of Directors whose objective is to address the licensed, competent, and ethical practice of engineering and geoscience, and public confidence in these professions. The Board consists of nine (9) PEGNL members who are elected by the membership and three (3) public representatives who are appointed by the Minister of Government Services.
The Board governs the organization through a set of policies in accordance with the Carver Policy Governance Model. These policies direct the organization’s activities of licensure, regulation of the professions, and non-regulatory functions in support of the professions.
Learn of the experiences from former Directors who served on the PEGNL Board.
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Information for Prospective Directors
Serving on the Board offers a meaningful way to support the safety and well-being of the people of Newfoundland & Labrador, while also providing the opportunity to give back to the professions. By building and shaping policy, you will help safeguard a better future for the people, environment and economy of Newfoundland and Labrador, while helping ensure a high level of professional excellence and public trust within the professions.
Board members are elected to serve a three (3) year term, and meet seven (7) times per year, with the final meeting of the Board year typically occurring a week prior to the PEGNL annual general meeting, which Board members are also expected to attend. Board meetings are normally one business day in duration.
In addition to preparing for and participating in Board meetings, Directors serve on at least one subcommittee. Subcommittees meet periodically throughout the year, and the time required will vary depending on the committee’s mandate and workload. Although serving on the Board and its committees requires a significant contribution, most Board members find the commitment manageable alongside their professional and personal responsibilities.
Current Board of Directors, Board Policies, Act, Regulations & By-Laws
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Information for Prospective Chair of the Board
Every year a member is elected as Chair-Elect of the Board. After serving one year as Chair-Elect, this person moves into the Chair role. The Chair is responsible for setting meeting agendas and controlling the general flow of meetings. The Chair of the Board is also expected to represent PEGNL and engage with various stakeholders on behalf of the organization.
In addition to the seven PEGNL Board meetings per year and the annual general meeting, the Chair of the Board is also expected to attend additional meetings including those of Engineers Canada and Geoscientists Canada, as well as with other groups or organizations of interest.
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Who we are looking for
Ideal candidates are people who are interested in governing versus managing. They are prepared to provide oversight and guide the organization’s direction, rather than engage in daily operations. They should demonstrate strong governance awareness, a commitment to thoughtful and respectful deliberation, and a collaborative approach to decision-making. Directors must also be willing to dedicate the time necessary to fulfill their responsibilities effectively.
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Why join the PEGNL Board of Directors
Becoming a PEGNL Board Director is an opportunity to play a direct role in protecting the public and upholding the trust placed in the engineering and geoscience professions. By contributing your expertise to the Board’s governance and regulatory work, you help ensure that the professions continue to serve society safely, ethically, and responsibly. Becoming a Director also provides the opportunity to collaborate, learn from, and network with your peers in the engineering and geoscience professions. Your time volunteering on the Board counts as professional development hours and the opportunity provides experience for governance and leadership opportunities.
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Application process
Prospective Board members are required to submit a nomination form, detailing which position they are seeking election for, Director or Chair-Elect, and the name of three PEGNL members who support the nomination.
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Election process
PEGNL’s election is conducted by a third party, to ensure confidentiality and anonymity of those members who choose to participate in voting. Details will be emailed to members, outlining the process to vote. Subsequently a report is provided to PEGNL confirming the results of the election, which are announced at the annual general meeting.
