Goverance
Board of Directors
CNNN Board of Directors is responsible for the governance and strategic direction of the College, ensuring CNNN fulfills its mandate to protect the public in the Northwest Territories and Nunavut.
Upcoming Public Meeting
Board of Directors Meeting — June 17, 2026
- 5:30 PM – 7:30 PM MT
- Virtual
- Open Session
Have questions about the agenda topics in advance? Email info@cannn.ca and we'll provide relevant information.
June 17th Agenda
Public Session Agenda
Wednesday, June 17, 2026 · 5:30 PM – 7:30 PM
Open to observers
5:30 PM – 5:40 PM
Opening
- Call meeting to order
- Land acknowledgement
- Approval of agenda
- Approval of minutes – April, 2026 (deferred)
- Declarations of conflict of interest
5:40 PM – 6:10 PM
Reports
- CEO Report
- Registration Division
- Professional Conduct
- Quality Practice
6:10 PM – 6:40 PM
New Business
- AG15 – Honorariums
- AG5 – Guidelines for filling committee vacancies
- B2 – Board Orientation and Development
- B3 – Roles and Responsibilities
- B13 – CEO Relationship
- P12 – Benefits
- Strategic Plan – Draft Discussion
6:40 PM – 6:50 PM
Committee Appointments
- Committee Appointments – CM
- Complaints officer Appointment – KP
6:50 PM
End of Open Meeting
Transparency & Public Access
Observers at Board Meetings
In the interest of transparency and accountability, CNNN welcomes registrants and the public to observe Board of Directors meetings.
Our Commitments - Beginning January 2026
Dates for all BOD meetings posted on this page in advance.
Registrants and the public can request to attend the open session.
Minutes from each BOD meeting published following the meeting.
Meetings structured with open portions and in-camera sessions as required.
How to Attend a Board of Directors Meeting as an Observer
- CNNN welcomes registrants and members of the public to observe the open portion of Board of Directors meetings. Here’s how it works: Watch for the meeting notice. A few days before each meeting, we post the meeting date, the agenda, and a registration link on this page.
- Register to attend. Complete the registration form using the link provided, at least one business day before the meeting. Registering lets us plan the meeting space and send you the details you’ll need.
- Receive your invitation. You’ll receive an invitation to join the open portion of the meeting a few hours before the start time. For virtual meetings, this includes the link to join.
Asking questions
If you’d like to raise a question with the Board, please submit it through the registration form ahead of the meeting. The Chair may, at their discretion, invite observers to ask questions or provide feedback during the open portion. Because meetings follow a set agenda within a fixed amount of time, the Board may not be able to address every question, and some matters may be better suited to a response outside the meeting.
Board meetings are governed by CNNN’s meeting policy (Policy B01) and generally proceed according to Robert’s Rules of Order. Observers are welcome to listen and are asked not to speak or interrupt unless the Chair opens the floor. The Chair may also move into an in-camera (closed) session, or ask an observer to leave, in accordance with Board policy.
Schedule
Upcoming Meetings
APR 7
Board of Directors Meeting
Tuesday, April 7, 2026 · Public Session 1:00 – 5:00 PM
Open Session
Open Session
TBD NEXT
Board of Directors Meeting
Date to be confirmed — check back or follow CNNN on social media
Date TBD
How to request to attend: To attend as an observer, please contact the CNNN office at least 5 business days before the meeting. A virtual link or additional meeting space will be arranged as needed. Observers are responsible for any expenses incurred to attend. The meeting Chair may, at their discretion, invite observers to ask questions or provide feedback, and may also call an in-camera session or ask an observer to leave, in accordance with Board policy.
2025 - 2026 Board
Board Members
CNNN’s Board of Directors is composed of nurses and public representatives from across the Northwest Territories and Nunavut.
Vivian-Lei Silverio-Chua
Past President
Denis Masson
President
Jacqueline Ramnath
President-Elect
Karen Cabonita
Secretary
Beverly Myers
Director
Rebecca McInnis
Director
Emily Heeringa
Direct
Sabrina Guzman
Director
Esther Powell
Director
Christian Hirwa
Director
Goverance Tool
Board Composition Matrix
The Board Composition Matrix is reviewed annually to ensure the Board reflects the diverse skills, experiences, and regional perspectives needed to serve the communities of the NWT and Nunavut. It guides recruitment and selection of new Board members in alignment with CNNN's public protection mandate.
