New members will help promote excellence in Canadian culture and heritage
GATINEAU, QC, Nov. 13, 2018 /CNW/ - The Honourable Pablo Rodriguez, Minister of Canadian Heritage and Multiculturalism, today announced the appointment of three new part-time commissioners to the board of directors of the National Battlefields Commission (NBC). These appointments were made through the Government of Canada's open, transparent and merit-based selection process.
– Nathalie Letendre, four-year mandate
Ms. Letendre has been the director of the Communications and Public Affairs Department and responsible for student recruitment at TÉLUQ University since 2014. She also worked in communications in the federal public service for more than 15 years.
– Jean Vincent, four-year mandate
Mr. Vincent is the Deputy Grand Chief of the Huron-Wendat Nation. He has been president and CEO of the Native Commercial Credit Corporation since 1992, and executive director of the Aboriginal Savings Corporation of Canada since 2005. He is a chartered professional accountant and founding member of the Aboriginal Financial Officers Association.
– Ellen Yifan Chen, four-year mandate
Ms. Chen is a young professional specializing in finance and economics, with experience at EDC, BNP Paribas and Wells Fargo. A graduate of the University of Toronto with a bachelor's degree in commerce, she will finish her second bachelor's degree in common and civil law at McGill University in 2018.
The National Battlefields Commission is responsible for the administration and governance of Battlefields Park, which includes the Plains of Abraham and Des Braves Park. The Commission allows Canadians to enjoy the first national historic urban park in Canada and one of the most prestigious parks in the world.
Quotes
"These new appointments to the National Battlefields Commission will assist in the development and the governance of the battlefields. I am confident that, with their extensive knowledge and experience, these qualified individuals will support the strategic vision and promotion of Canada's culture and heritage."
—The Honourable Pablo Rodriguez, Minister of Canadian Heritage and Multiculturalism
Quick Facts
The board of directors of the National Battlefields Commission comprises seven part-time commissioners appointed by the Governor in Council (GIC); one of these commissioners is named by the GIC to hold office as Chair.
In 2016, the Government of Canada adopted a new approach to appointments by the Governor in Council. This approach respects gender parity and is supported by an open, transparent and merit-based selection process—one that will result in the recommendation of exceptionally competent candidates who truly reflect Canada's diversity.
This new approach requires a selection process for full- and part-time positions.
All appointment opportunities for the 18 organizations in the Canadian Heritage Portfolio are posted as they become available on the Governor in Council Appointments website. Interested parties can apply online.
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