GC45 Commissioner Nominations

Thank you for coming forward

East Central Ontario Regional Council elected our delegation in the Fall, but we’ve had some folks who have had to step back or have been recognized as commissioners in other ways. Therefore, we are reopening our application in the hopes that we will fill these roles. Deadline is May 16th.The 45th General Council of The United Church of Canada will meet August 7-12, 2025 in Calgary, AB. General Council Commissioners are voting members of the General Council meeting, and serve as commissioners for three (3) years. Deadline May 16th at 11:59pm.

Name*

First Last

Email*

Phone*

Address*

Street Address Address Line 2 City Ontario Postal Code

Please choose one that applies to you:*

Are you a member of the East Central Ontario Regional Council?*

Yes
No

Are you willing to serve as Leading Commissioner, who is also a member of the Council of Elders?*

Yes
No

ABOUT YOU:

The United Church of Canada is strengthened by involving a diversity of voices in its leadership. As we strive to become an intercultural and diverse church, it is helpful if we know some of the ways that members identify. Please note that answering some of these questions is voluntary. Required questions are marked with an * so you can choose for yourself.

Please indicate if there are any other identities you hold that might diversify and strengthen the church's leadership.

Each of us comes from and is shaped by a wide range of contexts and identities, including our racial and ethnic background, geographic location, gender identity, sexual orientation, disabilities and abilities, vocation and economic reality. Everyone is encouraged to reflect on how these gifts contribute to the perspectives and wisdom they bring to the role.

Pronouns

Please share what pronouns you use (if you feel comfortable doing so)

Are you under the age of 30?*

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No

Do you have other gifts you bring to this work, as outlined above, or other?*

Here we are asking about personal qualities and identities. You will have a chance to outline your experience and skills next in the application.

Experience and Skills*

Please share your experience serving your local community of faith.

Experience and Skills*

Please share your experience serving other courts of the United Church of Canada.

Have you been a commissioner to General Council in the past?*

Yes
No

Biography*

Please tell us why you would like to serve as a commissioner for GC45. You may choose to include details about: your faith; experience in and beyond the church; particular attributes that give you a unique perspective; a particular passion in life that is relevant to the work of the General Council. You may type your biography into the space provided, or upload a file. Including a photograph of yourself is also optional.

References

Name of Reference #1*

First Last

Phone Number of Reference #1*

Email of Reference #1*

Relationship to applicant:*

Name of Reference #2*

First Last

Phone Number of Reference #2*

Email of Reference #2*

Relationship to applicant:*

Other Information

Please share any other pertinent information.

Privacy Policy and Collection of Information

The East Central Ontario Regional Council (ECORC) protects your personal information by adhering to all legislative requirements with respect to privacy. The collection of information on this registration form is for the purposes of the East Central Ontario Regional Council (ECORC) only. Please be aware that photography and videotaping will occur at East Central Ontario Regional Council (ECORC) meetings. Photos or videos of participants may, or may not, be taken during the event/activities. In turn these images may be published in print or posted online on our website photo galleries or used at the discretion of the East Central Ontario Regional Council (ECORC). By submitting this registration form you are indicating your consent to the collection and use of your information and photo and/or video for the use of the East Central Ontario Regional Council (ECORC).

Consent:*

I agree to the privacy policy and the collection of personal information.

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ECORC Expression of Interest for Commissioners to the 45th General Council

Thank you for coming forward

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