Role

The Secretary plays a vital role in ensuring the integrity and effectiveness of CMC-Canada’s governance processes and maintaining accurate records to support the organization’s operations and decision-making.

Key Responsibilities:

• Maintain accurate and up-to-date records, including meeting minutes, governance documents, and official communications.
• Collaborate with board members to ensure compliance with organizational bylaws and policies.
• Assist in preparing agendas and distributing materials for board meetings and other official proceedings.
• Document and communicate key decisions to ensure transparency and accountability.
• Provide guidance on governance best practices to enhance the board’s effectiveness.

Ideal Candidate Profile:

• Proven leadership or governance experience, ideally in a professional association or similar organization.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Commitment to ethical leadership and professional excellence.
• Experience with or knowledge of the management consulting profession is an asset. 

Nominations open: 2026

Role

The Treasurer serves as a financial steward of CMC-Canada, overseeing financial management and contributing strategic guidance to ensure the organization’s fiscal health.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide financial oversight, including budgeting, reporting, and monitoring organizational financial performance.
• Ensure financial controls, policies, and risk management strategies are effectively implemented.
• Work collaboratively with board members and staff to align financial resources with strategic goals.
• Support the organization in maintaining transparency and compliance with financial regulations.

Ideal Candidate Profile:

• Proven leadership experience in financial management, accounting, or related fields.
• Strong understanding of governance and strategic oversight.
• Commitment to ethical leadership and professional excellence.
• Experience with or knowledge of the management consulting profession is an asset. 

Nominations Open: 2027

Role

The Regional Director connects CMC-Canada’s national board with members in their specific region, ensuring their needs and interests are represented while driving local engagement.

Key Responsibilities:

• Serve as a liaison between regional members and the national board, advocating for local interests.
• Collaborate with chapters and committees to implement national initiatives at the regional level.
• Promote the CMC designation and CMC-Canada’s mission within the region.
• Engage with members to build relationships, enhance value, and address concerns.

Ideal Candidate Profile:

• Strong understanding of regional needs and opportunities within the management consulting profession.
• Proven leadership or advocacy experience, ideally in a professional association or similar organization.
• Commitment to professional development and ethical leadership.
• Familiarity with the management consulting profession and the CMC designation is an asset. 

Nominations Open:

• Alberta - 2027
• Atlantic - 2026
• British Columbia - 2026
• Manitoba - 2027
• Ontario - 2026
• Quebec - 2027
• Saskatchewan - 2027

Role

As a Public Director, you will bring an external perspective to the Board, offering insights that strengthen our governance, strategy, and community engagement. Your contributions will enhance CMC-Canada’s efforts to raise awareness of the profession and support the integrity and impact of the CMC designation.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide independent advice and perspectives to the Board of Directors.
• Offer expertise in areas such as governance, strategy, advocacy, or community engagement.
• Support CMC-Canada’s mission to promote excellence and ethical standards within the consulting profession.
• Champion the value of the CMC designation and the consulting profession to external audiences.

Ideal Candidate Profile:

• Proven leadership experience in business, public service, or the non-profit sector.
• Strong understanding of governance and strategic oversight.
• A commitment to ethical leadership and professional development.
• Experience with or interest in the management consulting field is an asset but not required. 

Nominations Open: 2027

Role

The Director at Large serves as a vital member of the CMC-Canada Board of Directors, contributing to the strategic governance and leadership of the organization. This role is an opportunity to help shape the future of the management consulting profession in Canada and advance the mission of promoting the Certified Management Consultant (CMC) designation.

Key Responsibilities:

• Collaborate with other board members to establish the organization’s strategic direction and oversee its implementation.
• Represent the interests of CMC-Canada members, advocating for their needs and priorities.
• Participate in board meetings, committees, and strategic discussions to ensure effective governance. • Provide oversight and guidance on organizational initiatives, policies, and programs to enhance the value of membership.
• Act as an ambassador for CMC-Canada, promoting its mission, vision, and the CMC designation within the consulting community and beyond.

Qualifications:

• A commitment to the mission, vision, and values of CMC-Canada.
• Previous governance or leadership experience, ideally in a professional association or similar organization.
• Strong communication, collaboration, and strategic thinking skills.
• An understanding of the management consulting profession and the CMC designation.
• A willingness to dedicate the time and energy required to fulfill the responsibilities of the role effectively.

This position requires active participation and engagement, with the opportunity to make a meaningful impact on the management consulting profession in Canada. Directors at Large play a crucial role in ensuring that CMC-Canada remains a leading advocate for consultants and a strong voice for the Certified Management Consultant designation. 

Nominations Open: 2026

Role

The Director at Large - Young Professional serves as a vital member of the CMC-Canada Board of Directors, contributing to the strategic governance and leadership of the organization. This role is an opportunity to help shape the future of the management consulting profession in Canada and advance the mission of promoting the Certified Management Consultant (CMC) designation.

Key Responsibilities:

• Collaborate with other board members to establish the organization’s strategic direction and oversee its implementation.
• Represent the interests of CMC-Canada members, advocating for their needs and priorities.
• Participate in board meetings, committees, and strategic discussions to ensure effective governance. • Provide oversight and guidance on organizational initiatives, policies, and programs to enhance the value of membership.
• Act as an ambassador for CMC-Canada, promoting its mission, vision, and the CMC designation within the consulting community and beyond.

Qualifications:

• A commitment to the mission, vision, and values of CMC-Canada.
• This position will be filled by an individual who is a member in good standing, but need not be a CMC, under 40 years of age.
• Previous governance or leadership experience, ideally in a professional association or similar organization.
• Strong communication, collaboration, and strategic thinking skills.
• An understanding of the management consulting profession and the CMC designation.
• A willingness to dedicate the time and energy required to fulfill the responsibilities of the role effectively.

This position requires active participation and engagement, with the opportunity to make a meaningful impact on the management consulting profession in Canada. Directors at Large - Young Professional play a crucial role in ensuring that CMC-Canada remains a leading advocate for consultants and a strong voice for the Certified Management Consultant designation. 

Nominations Open: 2026

The CMC‑Canada Mentorship Program connects aspiring consultants and emerging professionals with experienced CMC mentors across Canada. Participants gain personalized guidance on career development, best practices in consulting, and building confidence in the profession. The program is designed to be flexible, with an estimated time commitment of just 1–2 hours per month.

Learn more about the program or browse current mentors to find the right fit for your goals.

Support meaningful change by sharing your expertise through the CMC-Canada Pro Bono Program. This initiative connects Certified Management Consultants with charitable and non-profit organizations in need of strategic guidance—helping them build capacity, plan effectively, and better serve their communities. Whether you're looking to give back, grow your network, or apply your skills in a new setting, your contribution can make a lasting impact.

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CMC‑Canada Taskforces offer members the chance to contribute to strategic initiatives that support and strengthen the consulting profession. This fall, we’re launching a new Taskforce focused on Producing Case Studies to highlight real-world consulting impact and best practices. If you’re interested in collaborating with peers and showcasing the value of consulting, sign up here to get involved. Work begins in September!

Help shape the future of the consulting profession by volunteering as an Oral Assessor—the final step in the CMC certification process. Oral Assessors evaluate candidates' readiness to earn the CMC designation through structured interviews, providing valuable feedback and insights. This role is ideal for experienced CMCs looking to give back and stay connected to the next generation of consultants. Estimated time commitment: 3–5 hours per month.

Sign up here. 

Support the next generation of consultants by becoming a Sponsor in the CMC certification process. Sponsors play a key role by guiding candidates through their certification journey—providing encouragement, answering questions, and helping them stay on track. It’s a rewarding way to share your experience and make a direct impact on the profession. Estimated time commitment: approximately 2 hours per month.

Sign up here. 

The CMC‑Canada Student Council is a national group of emerging consultants who collaborate on student-focused initiatives, provide input on programming, and help shape the future of the profession. It’s a great way to build leadership experience, expand your network, and get involved in the consulting community early in your career.

Sign up here to join the Council and start making an impact.

Share your expertise and support professional development in the consulting community by becoming a Webinar or Course Facilitator with CMC‑Canada. We’re always looking for members to lead engaging sessions on topics relevant to the profession—whether it's a one-hour webinar or a multi-session course.

If you have an idea you'd like to present, submit a proposal here and help shape our learning offerings.

Have insights or experiences to share with the consulting community? Contribute as a Blog or Article Author with CMC‑Canada! We welcome submissions on industry trends, career journeys, consulting tips, and more. It’s a great way to showcase your expertise and engage with peers across the country.

Submit your idea or article here to get started.