Student Representative on the Board of Governors

The Board of Governors is a leadership group that guides our college at a senior level. It comprises 12 appointed members, 4 elected members and the President and CEO of the College.

The Board is responsible to govern effectively:

to ensure Northern College is successfully managed;
to achieve Northern College’s mission; and
to remain responsive to community need and emerging opportunity.

Nominations for Student Representative to the Board of Governors takes place each year.

Any full-time student is eligible to put their name forward.

The role is effective September 1 to August 31 of each academic year.

Nominations can be submitted through the online nomination form. Forms are also available from your NCSA Office.

This is a volunteer position.

What to Expect

QUALIFICATIONS

have a GPA of 3.0 or higher
be in good academic standing
be in good financial standing (no outstanding fees)

Benefits

experiential learning opportunity
connections/networking with community leaders and employers
attend Governor conference in Toronto (college covers travel expenses)
relevant experience on your résumé!

Responsibilities

Review materials (online) ahead of Board meetings
Attend Board meetings (6 meetings during the academic year)
Share your perspective as a student during Board discussions
Vote on Board decisions/approvals
Act as liaison with the Northern College Student Association (NCSA)

Meetings

The Board meets every other month from September to May and in June
Meetings are generally held between 1 pm and 4 pm (except September)
Participate in person, by video or by teleconference
Travel expenses to attend Board meetings are reimbursed

Shadow Member Student Governor

NOTE: One Shadow position is also available; the shadow member attends meetings to observe proceedings in preparation for an appointment the following year (September 2027).

How to Apply

If you are interested in either position, complete the Online Nomination form for either Student Governor or Shadow Member form by 4:00 p.m. Tuesday, May 26th, 2026.

The selection process will take place afterwards.

Online Nomination Form

Forms are also available from your NCSA Office.

If you have any questions, please contact: toynem@northern.on.ca

Executive Assistant, Office of the President and Board of Governors
Northern College | P.O. Box 3211 | Timmins, ON | P4N 8R6

More Information

Information Package [PDF, 361 KB]