The National Council for Reconciliation is seeking new board members from Yukon, Nunavut and the Northwest Territories.
The council – established last year under the National Council for Reconciliation Act in response to Call to Action 53 of the Truth and Reconciliation Commission – is an independent Indigenous-led body mandated to “monitor, evaluate, and report on Canada’s progress toward reconciliation.”
The NWT’s Mahalia Yakeleya Newmark was among the nine directors on its inaugural board.
In a public notice, the council said it is accepting expressions of interest from individuals with experience in governance, public policy, Indigenous leadership, law, finance, education, research and community development.
The appointments come as the council begins building its long-term governance structure and national oversight role.
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Under the legislation, the board will consist of between nine and 13 directors, with at least two-thirds required to be Indigenous, including representation from First Nations, Inuit and Métis communities.
The council said appointments will also consider regional representation, lived experience and professional expertise connected to reconciliation work.
According to the notice, directors will help guide the council’s strategic direction and oversee governance and reporting on reconciliation efforts in Canada.
The council is encouraging applications from residential school survivors and descendants, northern residents, youth, women and gender-diverse people. Applicants must be at least 18, not hold elected office, and be willing to undergo criminal record and bankruptcy checks.
The volunteer positions require an estimated 15 to 20 days per year, with travel expenses reimbursed.
To apply, candidates must submit a cover letter, résumé, two letters of support and proof of residency via email by June 27 at 12:59am MT. More information about the council is available on the National Council for Reconciliation website.
