Electricity Human Resources Canada (EHRC) is now accepting nominations for positions on its national Board of Directors. Established in 2005, EHRC is a national nonprofit dedicated to supporting the workforce needs of Canada’s electricity sector.
Board Positions Available
We are seeking nominations for two open positions on our 18-member Board of Directors to serve a four-year term. The board has evaluated its current skills and is seeking legal and Indigenous representation to fill these roles. Directors will join relevant subcommittees based on their expertise and development needs, providing an excellent opportunity to enhance their skills in board governance, strategy setting, and nonprofit leadership.
Expectations of Directors
For the duration of their term, EHRC directors are expected to:
- Prepare for and participate in three board meetings per year
- Serve on board subcommittees
- Attend ERHC events
Please note that these are unpaid voluntary positions.
Learn more about the roles and responsibilities.
Commitment to Diversity, Equity and Inclusion.
EHRC is a proud champion of diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI). We encourage member companies to nominate candidates from diverse gender, racial, sexual orientation, religious, disability and cultural backgrounds for all board elections. Diversity within our board strengthens and promotes equality across our industry.
Why Join the Board?
This is a unique opportunity to help shape our work to address workforce challenges and issues facing the electricity sector. As a member of our board, you will:
- Guide the strategic direction of EHRC
- Ensure good governance and uphold our mission and values.
- Networking and share best practices with a diverse, pan-Canadian board
- Contribute meaningfully to advancing our services and product offerings.
- Help shape the future focus and mandate of EHRC.
All of us are on the board because we believe in the work that EHRC does, we believe in championing the importance of workforce, skill and talent development and advance DEI principles in this sector.
How to Nominate
Qualified candidates from across Canada are encouraged to apply, with a particular interest in enhancing our representation from British Columbia, Saskatchewan, Quebec or the Territories.
Nominations must be received by May 31, 2025.
All applications will be reviewed by the Governance and Nominations Committee and a recommendation provided to the board. The selected candidate will be invited to stand for election.
For questions or more information, please contact Brigitte Levasseur at levasseur@ehrc.ca.
Quote from Board Member
“It is my honour to serve on the EHRC Board of Directors. This diverse and respectful board works closely with the CEO and staff to support a strong and vibrant electricity sector workforce. Board members are encouraged to share their perspectives and have a voice in shaping the reliability, resiliency and decarbonization of the grid. I am proud to contribute to this important work.”
– Nirav Patel, Chair, EHRC Board of Directors.