Is this Your Year to Run for Council ?
If you work in District 2 ( Hamilton , Niagara , Waterloo area ) or District 4 ( Ottawa , Kingston and area ), you are invited to run for Council in this year ’ s election . The nomination and voting processes are both online and timelines are shorter . Start thinking about putting your name forward now ! The formal call for nominations will arrive by email on Tuesday , January 3 , 2017 .
What does Council do ? The College is accountable to the public through its Council , which is like a Board of Directors . The Council sets the strategy for the College and makes decisions to ensure the public receives ethical , competent care from Ontario ’ s OTs .
Why run for Council ? Involvement on Council provides opportunities to contribute to both public protection and the future of the profession . You ’ ll gain experience and meet great people while representing the public interest in decision-making .
The Council is made up of members of the occupational therapy profession and members of the public who are appointed by the government of Ontario .
How much time is involved ? Council members are expected to attend four full-day Council meetings every year and serve on at least one Statutory Committee . Learn more about College Council and Committees at www . coto . org > About Us .
Where do I learn more ? Visit www . coto . org > About Us > Who We Are > Elections or contact Elinor Larney , Registrar at elarney @ coto . org or 416.214.1177 / 1.800.890.6570 x233 .
How many positions are up for nomination ? 2 Council positions in District 2 ( Hamilton , Niagara , Waterloo area )
1 Council position in District 4 ( Ottawa , Kingston and area )
Important Dates :
• Tuesday January 3 , 2017 : Formal Call for Nominations
• Friday February 3 , 2017 : Due Date for Completed Nominations
• Monday , Feb 20 through Tuesday , March 7 , 2017 : Voting
Check Your District A listing of electoral districts appears in section 5.01 of the College bylaws , posted at www . coto . org > Standards & Resources > Legislation and Bylaws . If you ’ re not sure of your district , please check the list .
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