Support Staff Election

The Durham College (DC) Board of Governors is looking for a support staff employee to fill the vacant seat on the Board.

Here’s what you need to know:

Important dates

  • Monday, February 14 at 8:30 a.m. – nominations open
  • Thursday, March 6 at 1 p.m. – nominations close
  • Wednesday, March 12 at 8:30 a.m. – campaign period begins
  • Wednesday, March 26 at 4:30 p.m. – campaign period ends
  • Monday, March 24 at 8:30 a.m. – voting begins
  • Wednesday, March 26 at 4:30 p.m. – voting ends
  • Wednesday, April 2 – official election results announced

Election principles

  • The election will be fair, transparent and accessible and provide for freedom of choice.

Length of appointment

Three years, starting September 1, 2025 and ending August 31, 2028.

Qualifications to participate

A Candidate in the election must:

  • Be a permanent employee who is in the support staff constituency.
  • Be at least 18 years old
  • Does not have the status of undischarged bankrupt
  • Has not been found under the Substitute Decisions Act, 1992 or under the Mental Health Act to be incapable of managing property;
  • Has not been found to be incapable by any court in Canada or elsewhere; and
  • Has not been declared an ineligible individual under the Income Tax Act (Canada).

Relevant policies and procedures

It is very important that you review DC By-law No.4, to fully understand the rules of engagement. We promise it’s an easy read, only 13 pages. Durham College By-law No. 4 regulates the election of internal governors. It explains everything you need to know about the voters’ list, the campaign period, the voting period and disputes and appeals.

Next steps

  1. Complete the nomination form online and schedule a virtual appointment with Melissa Pringle, Chief Returning Officer to formally submit the form. Appointments are available between 8:30 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. Monday to Friday and should take no longer than 10 minutes. Potential candidates will be asked to provide photo identification during the appointment.
  2. The chief returning officer will confirm the information on the nomination form and inform nominees of their acceptance as candidates by noon on Monday, March 10.

Candidate video statements

Candidates are encouraged to submit a 90-second video introducing themselves and explaining why they should be elected as support staff governor. The videos will be published on this page during the campaign and voting periods. In lieu of a video message, submitting a photo and written statement (maximum 100 words) is permissible.

Resources

Interested in learning more?

Want to learn more? Schedule a virtual appointment with Melissa Pringle, Chief Returning Officer, to discuss the position and get your questions answered.