Experienced, senior leaders re-elected as Chair and Vice Chair of Durham College Board of Governors  

The Durham College (DC) Board of Governors (BOG) is pleased to announce that Lisa Allen and Peter Pryce were re-elected as Chair and Vice Chair of the Board for the 2025-2026 Board year.

During their last year as Chair and Vice Chair, Lisa and Peter led the Board through the Presidential transition, navigated federal and provincial policies that resulted in financial and enrolment challenges, and approved a new Strategic Vision for DC which provides a framework to guide decisions, align priorities, and drive meaningful outcomes.

Allen, a senior enterprise risk professional and a Chartered Professional Accountant with a Bachelor of Accounting degree from Brock University, has served as a member of the BOG for five years.

“I remain deeply honoured to serve as Chair of the Board at Durham College,” she said. “Over the past year, I’ve grown even more proud of DC’s legacy of fostering innovation, inclusivity, and excellence in education. As we look ahead, I’m excited to continue building on that strong foundation to help the college meet the evolving needs of our students, faculty, staff, and the broader community.”

Pryce, a Senior Operations Manager for a large natural gas utility contractor, brings his experience planning and executing major infrastructure projects across Ontario to his role as Vice-Chair.

“It has been a privilege to support Durham College over the past year, and I’m honoured to continue in this role,” he said. “My commitment to giving back to the community, and especially to helping young people pursue careers in the skilled trades, remains as strong as ever. I look forward to working alongside the entire Board of Governors and the incredible DC team to help move the college forward.”

The Board is committed to meeting its fiduciary responsibilities and established mandate through collaborative leadership, openness, and transparency. The Board looks forward to Lisa and Peter’s continued leadership.

To learn more about the roles and duties of officers, read the Board policy.