Nick CaristinosOwn a .CA domain? The CIRA Board of Directors Election is coming, and now is the perfect time to get involved in shaping the strategic direction of CIRA. Have a voice, rally for change or work hard to maintain the high standards already in place by CIRA.
CIRA is currently looking for nominees for the 2009 elections; you can nominate yourself or nominate someone you think would be an asset to the CIRA board of Directors.
If you are a current member of the Canadian Internet Registration Authority, have an interest in the Internet and its role in Canada or are part of the burgeoning sector of Women in technology then you should consider applying.
Please remember if you are nominating someone, be sure that the proposed Nominee agrees to be nominated and meets the qualifications for Directors as outlined here.
The deadline for nominations and applications for nominations is 6:00 pm (18:00h) Eastern Time on August 17, 2009. You can complete the online nomination form on CIRA’s website.
Once you or your nominee has applied; the nominee will need to then garner the support of at least 20 CIRA members to be included in the Final Member’s Slate. Members will be able to show support for any Member Nominee from August 24, 2009 at noon (12:00h) until 6:00 pm. The Final Members’ Slate will be published on CIRA’s website with the Final Nomination Committee Slate on September 14, 2009.
CIRA has posted their list of CIRA selected Nominees for the Final Nomination Committee Slate, including their bios. The CIRA nominees show great diversity in experience, culture and leadership keeping well inline with CIRA’s mission statement to remain a key public resource for all Canadians in an innovative, open, and efficient manner.
Even if you are not applying or nominating someone, be sure to show your support by voting for the nominees that represent your voice as a CIRA member.
For complete eligibility and application requirements, consult the 2009 CIRA Election Rules or contact CIRA at elections2009@cira.ca.Additional information about the 2009 CIRA Board of Directors Election is available at https://elections.cira.ca/2009/en/election.html.