Call for Nominations: Vice President

Overview

CNA is seeking nominations for the position of vice president, a key governance role on the board of directors.

The vice president serves a two-year term and contributes to leadership and decision-making at the national level.

About the role

The vice president supports the president and president-elect and contributes to the governance and strategic direction of CNA.

This role does not automatically progress to president-elect.

Key responsibilities

• Serve as a voting board member
• Participate in board governance and decision-making
• Contribute to strategic planning and finance and policy oversight
• Chair committees as assigned (e.g., nominating committee)
• Represent CNA as delegated
• Collaborate with president and president-elect

Key competencies

• Leadership and collaboration
• Governance knowledge
• Relationship building
• Strategic thinking

Eligibility requirements

Candidates must:

• Be a CNA member in good standing
• Be a licensed nurse in good standing with a regulatory body
• Meet the CNA director eligibility requirements
• Demonstrate leadership capability

Term of office

The vice president serves a two-year term (2026–2028).

Important information about the election

Members vote in advance to elect candidates from the proposed slate. No voting takes place at the annual meeting of members.

Time commitment and key dates

Candidates must be available to participate in key activities throughout the election process and, if elected, during their term on the board.

Election process commitments

• Availability prior to (May 7-13, 2026) and during the advance voting period (May 14 – June 3, 2026) for potential member engagement

If elected

Successful candidates will be expected to:

• Attend onboarding and strategic planning activities (anticipated August 2026)
• Attend CNA’s national conference, September 21–23, 2026, Winnipeg, Manitoba
• Participate in board and committee meetings (virtual and in-person as required)

Ongoing commitment

The president-elect is expected to:

• Come prepared to actively participate in 3-4 virtual and 1-2 in-person board meetings per year, as well as potential ad hoc meetings
• Attend a bi-weekly, virtual 30-minute executive committee meeting
• For each committee you chair, come prepared to actively facilitate 3-5 virtual committee meetings and lead committee work
• Contribute actively to governance and decision-making

About the 2026 election slate

The 2026 nomination slate will include:

• President-elect
• Vice president
• Four directors
• Two regulated nurse positions
• Two skills-based positions (not required to be regulated nurses)

To support board effectiveness and restore staggered terms, the 2026 slate will result in a total of seven voting members, including the incoming president.

CNA is seeking a balanced slate that reflects:

• Nursing designation diversity
• Skills-based expertise
• National representation

In accordance with CNA’s by-laws, the board must maintain a majority of licensed nurses.