Chapter Board of Directors Elections 2025:

Shape Our Future Together!

Current Board of Directors Team (from the top left): Sherri Bouchard, Olga Maciejewski, Cassandra Klassen, Lana McCoy, Pavel Medvedev, Jason Carling, Elliot Desilets, Pam Zielinski, Shauna Davies, Bev Rhodes and David Pincock)

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There will be nine (9) openings on the 2025-2027 Board of Directors - a chance to lead, influence, and grow with us as many of our current directors complete their 2-year term.

Key Dates

  • Nominations close: April 14, 2025
  • Online voting period: May 20 - June 7, 2025
  • Results announced: June 18, 2025, at our virtual Annual General Meeting (AGM)

Ready to step forward? Learn more about the nomination process and complete the online form at the link below.

 

Benefits of joining the board

Professional Growth & Recognition
  • Earn up to 7 CE hours annually toward your HIMSS recertification
  • Gain visibility as a thought leader in Canadian digital health
  • Build your personal brand within the healthcare IT ecosystem
Exclusive Opportunities
  • Network with healthcare and technology leaders across Manitoba, Saskatchewan, and Alberta
  • Access specialized professional development through HIMSS global resources
  • Develop strategic leadership skills while serving a mission that matters
Make a Lasting Impact
  • Influence the direction of healthcare IT in your region
  • Collaborate with innovative professionals who share your passion
  • Create meaningful connections that extend beyond your board term

About the 2025 Election

There are nine (9) 2025 – 2027 Board of Directors positions open for election. 

  • Nominations close April 14, 2025.
  • An online election will take place between May 20 - June 7, 2025.

  • The elected candidates will be announced at the Annual General Meeting (AGM) to be held June 18, 2025 virtually. A virtual board meeting will follow the AGM

Board Responsibilities

  • Board members are elected for a two-year term
  • The chapter board is an operational board and in addition to providing strategic direction board members are required to provide operational support for their assigned portfolios
  • The chapter board holds monthly virtual board meetings
  • Eligible candidates must be members in good standing of both HIMSS and HIMSS Canadian Prairies Chapter for at least 1 year

Available Board Positions

President-Elect 

Assists the Chapter President in conducting business affairs and activities through delegated duties. Presides over the board meetings in President’s absence to ensure leadership continuity.  

Qualifications: Must have served in another board position for at least 1-year, current HIMSS member, with demonstrated leadership skills.  

Treasurer 

Manages all chapter funds and financial matters in accordance with approved budget and Board policies. Oversees deposits, disbursements, and financial reporting.  

Qualifications: strong financial acumen and commitment to ethical fund management. 

Secretary 

Records all actions of the Chapter Board and membership.  Maintains the shared drive with the Chapter’s permanent corporate records and oversees elections and surveys.  

Qualifications: strong organizational skills and commitment to maintaining accurate Chapter records. 

Sponsorship, Membership, Outreach Chair 

Leads the membership committee in developing annual recruiting, retention and value/benefits plans for members.  

Qualifications: leadership skills and commitment to growing chapter membership.  

Advocacy Chair 

Provides leadership and support to the Board on HIMSS advocacy initiatives at National, Provincial and Local levels, serving as the chapter’s advocacy policy expert.  

Qualifications: leadership skills and understanding of healthcare policy/advocacy landscape.  

Health Information Exchange (HIE) Chair

Provide leadership and support to the board of directions with respect to local, provincial and national Health Information Exchange developments

Qualifications: leadership skills and understanding of health information exchange landscape

Member at Large – Alberta 

Provide Alberta representation on the chapter board, representing the provincial membership, assuming duties and needs of the chapter.  

Member at Large – Saskatchewan  

Provide Saskatchewan representation on the chapter board, representing the provincial membership, assuming duties and needs of the chapter.  

Member at Large – Manitoba 

Provide Manitoba representation on the chapter board, representing the provincial membership, assuming duties and needs of the chapter

 

Nomination Form

Nominations must be submitted online using the ONLINE FORM no later than 12 PM MST on Monday April 14, 2025