We are excited to announce that applications for Council open Monday, March 6. There are three, three-year term positions available.
We need dedicated members who are interested in stepping up and help guide the profession in the public’s best interest.
Who is eligible for Council from the regulated membership of the College? From the College’s Bylaws:
2.3 Regulated Member Eligibility for Appointment
2.3.1 Eligibility To be eligible to be appointed to Council, a candidate must:
a) Be a regulated member on the general or provisional register.
b) Be in good standing with the College and with any other Alberta college(s) or regulated health profession(s) the regulated member is affiliated.
c) Have held an active practice permit with the College for at least three years prior to the date of application.
d) Be a resident of Alberta.
Who from the regulated members is ineligible for Council?
2.3.2 Ineligibility
A regulated member on the general or provisional register is not eligible for appointment to Council if that regulated member:
a) Has been found to have committed unprofessional conduct pursuant to Part 4 of the HPA within the five years before the date of applying.
b) Holds federal, provincial or local government office.
c) Occupies a senior position with the Government of Alberta, Alberta Health, Alberta Health Services, a College approved education program provider, or a union or association that represents members of a regulated health profession.
d) Is employed by an organization that has a paid contractual relationship with the College as a provider of services or goods.
e) Is or was an employee of the College within ten years before the date of applying.
f) Has been removed or resigned from Council in the three years prior to the date of applying.
g) Is currently taking legal action against the College or has completed legal action against the College in the three years prior to the date of applying.
Applications must be emailed to Greg@mcneillhr.ca no later than March 31, 2023.
If you are interested in applying for Council, please review the Becoming a Council Member document for some answers to frequently asked questions.
Please watch your email Monday for full details. If you have any questions, please email communications@ABparamedics.com.