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The Ottawa Lions’ Board of Directors is seeking applicants with an interest in contributing to the world of amateur and competitive sport! Our Board of Directors is composed of a committed group of volunteers that come from a wide range of backgrounds and experiences. We’re made up of former and current athletes, coaches, and interested members of the community. 

While applicants are encouraged from a wide range of backgrounds, we’re looking to add a parent or guardian of a child or youth member of our Club to ensure the continued representation of this group on the Board. We’re also seeking to expand our expertise in financial planning and accounting.

What can I expect as a Board member?

The Board holds one 2-2.5 hour virtual meeting per month. In addition, Board members are expected to champion or co-champion a key portfolio or committee, to be decided upon annually at the March meeting of the Board of Directors.

Board members are also expected to volunteer during at least one (1) summer Twilight meet and one major event held during the year (i.e. ACXC championships, Capital XC, Candy Cane relays). Board members are strongly encouraged to attend the fall Annual Awards Banquet.

What do some of our current Board members say about volunteering?

“Volunteering with the Board of Directors of the Ottawa Lions has been very rewarding! It’s been an opportunity to strengthen my existing skills, learn more about the world of athletics, and give back to a sport that I love.”

– Jennifer Dumoulin, President and Chair (Board member, 2019 to present)

Ready to apply?

Complete the application form and submit it by email to president@ottawalions.com by 6 January 2022.

Once you’ve applied:

• Between October and December, the Nominations working group will assess applications to join the Board of Directors.
• Selected candidates will be contacted for an interview.
• The Nominations working group will present a slate of Board candidates for election at the Annual Members’ Meeting.

Would you like more information?

You can also read more about our current Board of Directors by clicking here.

For questions, please contact Jennifer Dumoulin, President and Chair of the Board of Directors, by email at president@ottawalions.com.   

The Ottawa Lions are pleased to announce the appointment of four new board members at the February 1, 2021 Annual General Meeting.

Joining the Board are James Bruce, Andrew Heffernan, Noah Houlton, and Jennifer Perrault. As a current athlete, Heffernan will take on the role of Athlete Representative on the Board, while the other three will stand as Directors at Large. The quartet of individuals all have previous experience with the Club as either athletes or administrators.

James Bruce was a middle distance runner for the Ravens while completing his bachelor’s degree in aerospace engineering at Carleton University. Bruce currently works in business development for a local engineering firm.

Andrew Heffernan has a long history with the Club, spanning more than 10 years running for the University of Ottawa and serving as a guide runner for multiple national team athletes – including an appearance at the 2012 Paralympics in London. Off the track, Heffernan, who has significant experience working in federal politics, is currently pursuing his doctorate in political science and government at the University of Ottawa and teaches courses at the undergraduate level.

Noah Houlton has been a mainstay with the Lions over the past eight years as both a leader of the timing team and manager of varsity programs at both the University of Ottawa and Carleton University. Houlton holds both a Bachelor of Commerce degree in marketing and Juris Doctor from the University of Ottawa and recently began articling with Emond Harnden L.L.P., a well-known and respected labour and employment law firm in the city.

After graduating from Western University, Jennifer Perrault attended the University of Ottawa, where she graduated with a master’s degree in human kinetics. As a member of the Gee Gees, Perrault was USports champion over 1000 metres. Following her studies, Perrault headed west to Calgary to begin a career in human resources. She has experience leading HR teams at both Fortune 500 and small family-run companies. She recently returned to Ottawa and is working as a HR Specialist with a local engineering consulting firm.

The Ottawa Lions is excited to welcome our new board members. With their leadership experience and range of expertise, they will strengthen the capacity of the Board to best serve the membership.