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What Does it Take to Be a Strong Councillor? If you’re elected, in most cases you’ll serve a three-year term. That’s a big commitment—one that goes beyond attending four regular meetings a year. This list looks at the knowledge and characteristics of a good councillor, no matter what the year. If you tick most of the boxes below, you’d probably
be a great councillor. All the boxes? Outstanding! ❑ You have experience in professional practice ❑ You understand the principles behind professional regulation ❑ You’re familiar with board management and governance ❑ You bring a balanced perspective and problem- solving attitude to any discussion ❑ You have detailed knowledge of important issues or underrepresented groups ❑ You’re a champion of professionalism and of APEGA ❑ You are willing to commit time to APEGA and your Council duties
Nomination Requirements Following are some the requirements for a potential candidate to consider. ❑ Reach out to 25 professional members in good standing to support your nomination. Let them know they’ll be contacted electronically to confirm their support. ❑ Write an explanation of why you want to run for Council. Make it no longer than 700 words. ❑ Rate your skills and attributes, as provided and explained on the nomination site. ❑ Polish your curriculum vitae for posting. ❑ Gather other supporting documents you would like to submit for the Nominating Committee’s review.
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