CITT/ICTS Committees

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Learn more about each committee below.

If you would like to join a committee, fill out the application form.

There is no limit to the number of committees you may join. You may use the "Additional Comments" section of the form to provide any additional information that you would like to share with us. Once we receive your form, you will be contacted to follow up.

Please note:

Your membership must be in good standing to participate in committees.
The Finance Committee and the Governance-HR-Nomination Committee are both standing committees. According to the CITT/ICTS By-Laws, members of standing committees of the corporation shall be appointed annually by the President or by a simple majority vote of the Board of Directors. If you are interested in serving on these committees, please email the National Office.

Events Committee

About

The Events Committee’s main responsibility is to shape the programming and logistics of CITT/ICTS’ annual Rendez-vous conference. The committee will identify session topics, training needs, coordinate logistics, and help to recruit and select speakers to ensure high-quality and engaging event. They will work with other board members, Executive Director and those local to the conference. Additionally, committee members may also be asked to provide strategic input on other events throughout the year, including but not limited to EXPO-SCÈNE and Zoom Information/Training Sessions, with the aim to enhance the overall programming and foster membership engagement.

The committee meets on a regular basis, with about one meeting every few months. That will increase to once a month as Rendez-vous approaches, or as deemed necessary. Meetings are via Zoom.

Co-Chairs:

For EXPO-SCÈNE - Brianne Gwartz, Director at Large
For Rendez-vous - Jason Vergnano, Director at Large

Members:

Craig Langlois, Director at Large
Peter Lyne, Director at Large
Jacquie Lazar, Executive Director
Kevin Humphrey, Alberta Section Chair, Member
Marie-Laure Leclerc, Operations and Communications Coordinator

If you would like to be involved with this committee, please fill out the form below.

Membership & Outreach Committee

About

The main responsibility of the Membership and Outreach Committee is to help to maintain and grow membership for CITT/ICTS. This committee plays a key role in developing strategies to attract new members while fostering a sense of belonging amongst current members. The committee with focus on enhancing member engagement by promoting participation in events and initiatives, promoting the benefits of being a CITT/ICTS member and ensuring member feedback, so that all members feel valued and connected. Through outreach and communication efforts, the committee aims to strengthen relationships within the community, ultimately contributing to a vibrant and active membership base.

The committee meets on a regular basis, with about one meeting every few months, or as deemed necessary. Meetings are via Zoom.

Chair:

Peter Lyne, Director at Large

Members:

Debbie Richardson, Director at Large
Rick Boychuk, Prairie Section Chair, Member
Jacquie Lazar, Executive Director

If you would like to be involved with this committee, please fill out the form below.

Communications Committee

About

The Communications committees' main focus will be on how best to engage with CITT/ICTS members and how to encourage and foster new connections. The committee will play an important role in ensuring that communications regarding activities and developments at the National Office and Board, specifically Callboard 2.0 (working title), are effectively disseminated to the CITT/ICTS membership and will work towards creating new opportunities to engage with each other and the greater community. The committee will work with the Executive Director to identify and strategize the best use of available resources and/or tools to engage with the regional sections and individual members.

The committee will also continue to work towards understanding what advocacy means to the organization as a whole and what role CITT/ICTS plays in the industry as an advocate or in support of other industry advocates.

Through these efforts, the committee fosters a strong voice for the community, encourages engagement with members and enhances awareness of key initiatives within the sector and within CITT/ICTS.

The committee meets on a regular basis, with about one meeting every few months, or as deemed necessary. Meetings are via Zoom.

Co-Chairs:

Russell Martin, Past President
Stephanie Grinton, Ontario Section Board Member

Members:

Crystal Lee, Director at Large
Peter Lyne, Director at Large
Marie-Laure Leclerc, Operations and Communications Coordinator

If you would like to be involved with this committee, please fill out the form below.

Inclusion, Diversity, Equity and Accessibility (IDEA)

The IDEA Committee is now the IDEA Commission. Learn more here.

Finance

Chair:

Jess McNabb, Treasurer

Members:

Debbie Richardson, Director at Large
Jacquie Lazar, Executive Director

Governance & Nomination

Co-Chairs:

For Nomination - Russell Martin, Past President
For Governance - Crystal Lee, Vice President

Members:

Joshua C McIntosh, President
Andrea Lundy, Secretary
All Regional Section Chairs
Jacquie Lazar, Executive Director