Call for Nominations to the National Centre for Truth and Reconciliation Governing Circle

The National Centre for Truth and Reconciliation will be accepting nominations until January 30, 2026, for Governing Circle Members. This call for nominations is pursuant to the Administrative Agreement signed by the Truth and Reconciliation Commission.

The Governing Circle Member will represent First Nations, Métis, and Inuit Survivors and intergenerational Survivors, and must self-identify.

Background

The National Centre for Truth and Reconciliation is guided by the Governing Circle, which is composed of eleven members, each serving three -year terms (capable of renewal).

The Governing Circle is comprised of:

• Two members being employees of or holding an academic appointment with the University of Manitoba;
• Two members from partner organizations;
• Five members representing Survivors or their families or ancestors, each one representing First Nations, Métis, and Inuit Peoples; and
• At all times, a majority must self-identify as Indigenous.

Members shall:

• Reflect a spirit of shared governance by the University, Survivors and their families, and other partners;
• Include a diverse set of cultures and languages; and
• Possess skills, experience, and ability to help fulfill the Purposes and Objectives.

Duties

The Governing Circle makes decisions and provides advice to the NCTR, University of Manitoba, and the partners on matters related to the Centre, such as:

• Ceremonies and protocols relating to the purposes, the objectives, and the settled property
• Indigenous concepts important to the purposes and objectives
• Methods, sources, and subject matters for expanding the Centre’s holdings and resources
• Communications strategies for the Centre
• Establishment of committees, including the Survivors Circle

Nominations

First Nations, Inuit, and Métis organizations, groups, communities, and individuals may nominate individuals to the Governing Circle. Individuals may also nominate themselves.

For organizations submitting nominations, nominators should confirm the individual is willing and able to accept nomination to the Committee prior to submitting names to the Nominating Committee for review.

Each nomination should consist of:

• A brief biography or resume of the individual
• A brief statement on why the individual nominated would make a good addition to the Circle
• For individuals nominating themselves, a short bio and explanation of why you wish to be considered.
• One or more letters of support

Selection Process

Nominations will be reviewed by the NCTR Nomination Committee.

Term

Members will be appointed for a duration of three years with the potential to renew this appointment.

Submission of Names

Please send nomination submissions by January 30, 2026.

Nominations sent to attention:

Nancy Ross, Governance Coordinator
National Centre for Truth and Reconciliation
Chancellors Hall – 177 Dysart Road
Winnipeg, Manitoba R3T 2N2

Nomination packages can also be faxed to (204) 474-7533 or emailed to: Nancy.ross@umanitoba.ca

All submissions will be treated with the utmost of confidence.