Annual General Meeting 2024

Registrations and confirmation of voting rights
Opening of the meeting
Confirmation of quorum
Motion to allow observers at the meeting pursuant to section 21 of the General Bylaws (if needed)
Address from the President and the Vice-President
Motion to accept the agenda
Reading and motion to accept the minutes of the previous Annual General Meeting
Annual review of the activities of Wikimedia Canada in the past year and presentation of the Annual Report 2023
Presentation of the Annual Financial Report 2023
Election of new members of the board of directors (see below)
Announcements
Question period
Adjournment of the meeting

Election of new board members

Process

Election of an "election president" by the members
Opening of the election by the election president
Presentation of each nominee
Opening to nominations from the floor by the election president
Motion to close the nominations proposed by the election president
Presentation of the names of the scrutineers by the election president
Voting
Results announced by the election president
Motion to destroy the ballots proposed by the election president
Closing of the election by the election president

Candidates

Add your name and motivation below if you want to be a candidate for the Board of Directors. As per our General Bylaws, to be valid, a candidate must have the signatures of not less than 5% of members entitled to vote at the meeting (as of May 21, 2024, Wikimedia Canada has a total of 84 members).

A total of five seats are currently vacant or will become vacant at the AGM (not counting the seat of the Treasurer which is nominated by the Board and not elected by the members).

Thérèse Ottawa

Kwei kwei kaskina, In my professional life, I am executive secretary for the educational services of the Atikamekw Council of Manawan and a multimedia technician.

I have come to ask you again for another mandate on the Board of Directors of Wikimedia Canada. As you know, I am Atikamekw iskwew from Manawan and I would like to continue working closely with the other members of the board of directors to grow Wikipetcia Atikamekw Nehiromowin in its current and future projects .

I have been contributing to Wikipetcia Atikamekw Nehiromowin since 2016 as activities coordinator and I have made many representations to promote Wikipedia for other nations in Quebec. I continue to be the official referent of the Metapeckeka WikiClub and a member of the meta:Wikimedians of North American Indigenous Languages User Group. Ekote! Mikwetc! Thérèse Ottawa.

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Brochon99 (talk) 22:20, 10 May 2024 (UTC)[reply]
Thekidpossum (talk) 14:53, 11 May 2024 (UTC)[reply]
Bernipède (talk) 19:06, 21 May 2024 (UTC)[reply]
Nehirowisiw (talk) 16:37, 24 May 2024 (UTC)[reply]
--BiblioQC (talk) 17:11, 24 May 2024 (UTC)[reply]
Luc Patin --Luc Patin (talk) 22:48, 24 May 2024 (UTC)[reply]

Michael David MILLER

Introduction

Greetings to all, my name is Michael David MILLER. Of Korean origin, born in Michigan, and an immigrant to Québec, I seek a mandate within the board of directors of Wikimedia Canada to support the Executive Director and the salaried team in implementing the Strategic Transformation Plan, to which I have contributed to its development.

Professional Information

I hold a position as an associate librarian at the McGill University Libraries, where I serve as a liaison librarian for French language literatures, economics, Québec studies, and gender studies. In terms of my higher education, I earned a Master's degree in Information and Library Sciences from the Université de Montréal in 2013. Additionally, I also hold two Bachelor of Arts degrees from Michigan State University, both obtained in 2011, the first in Francophone studies and the second in advertising studies. My professional experience in the field of university libraries spans nearly 18 years, including positions at Michigan State University, the Université de Montréal, and McGill University.

Wikimedia Information

Since 2017, I have been actively involved as a librarian within the Wikimedia Movement, with the goal of contributing to the democratization of access to information, open access, and the knowledge equity. Since 2018, I have held a seat on the board of directors of Wikimedia Canada, where I have served as vice-president since November 2019. I have also served as interim president during the period 2021-2022. I have actively participated in several committees, notably the one that developed the Strategic Transformation Plan and selected the first executive director of Wikimedia Canada. I aspire to run for another term on the board of Wikimedia Canada, where I can bring my diverse experiences in Wikimedia and libraries. I am also a member of the boards of WikiFranca and Acfas, and I have served for many years on the board of the Fédération des milieux documentaires.

Within the Wikimedia Movement, my primary contributions occur in French, followed by English and then Catalan. Given that this multilingual movement shares the missions of libraries and librarians, I believe my profile is well-suited to contribute to the governance and promotion of Wikimedia Canada. Furthermore, I wish to make available my extensive network of professional contacts in the fields of libraries, archives, and museums, so that the employees and administrators of Wikimedia Canada may call upon as needed.

Language Proficiency

French: Full proficiency English: Full proficiency Catalan: Intermediate

Supported by:

Viola-Ness (talk) 16:29, 7 May 2024 (UTC)[reply]
Hantonia (talk) 9:44, 7 May 2024 (UTC)
Brochon99 (talk) 19:28, 7 May 2024 (UTC)[reply]
Bernipède (talk) 19:43, 7 May 2024 (UTC)[reply]
Thérèse Ottawa (talk) 20:49, 7 May 2024 (UTC)[reply]
Ebe123 (talk) 22:47, 7 May 2024 (UTC)[reply]
Thekidpossum (talk) 14:53, 11 May 2024 (UTC)[reply]
User:Natharchives (talk) 14:54, 11 May 2024 (UTC)[reply]
User:Luc Patin --Luc Patin (talk) 22:57, 24 May 2024 (UTC)[reply]

Catherine Bernier

Introduction

I am seeking a third term on the board of of Wikimedia Canada.

I joined the board of in 2020. Since then, I am involved, alongside the other directors, in order to ensure sound management of our activities.

Chief section at the Direction de la recherche et de la diffusion des collections de la Bibliothèque nationale du Québec, I have been involved since 2017 in different initiatives to integrate Wiki projects into education and in the promotion of Quebec heritage through Wiki projects.

I firmly believe in the common construction of knowledge, collaboration and the development of critical and civic spirit through Wikimedia projects. This passion, combined with my desire to increase the discoverability of Quebec heritage and culture, makes me a good candidate for the Wikimedia Canada board of directors.

Thank you for your confidence.

Supported by:

Ebe123 (talk) 21:35, 8 May 2024 (UTC)[reply]
--BiblioQC (talk) 14:59, 9 May 2024 (UTC)[reply]
Brochon99 (talk) 19:46, 9 May 2024 (UTC)[reply]
Thérèse Ottawa (talk) 14:41, 10 May 2024 (UTC)[reply]
Thekidpossum (talk) 14:53, 11 May 2024 (UTC)[reply]
User:Natharchives (talk) 14:55, 11 May 2024 (UTC)[reply]
Luc Patin --Luc Patin (talk) 23:01, 24 May 2024 (UTC)[reply]

Hélène Ouellet

Dear Colleagues,

My name is Hélène Ouellet, and it is with renewed commitment that I am submitting my candidacy for re-election as an administrator on the board of directors of Wikimedia Canada.

Since my election as Secretary of this prestigious organization, I have had the honor of working closely with all of you to promote Wikimedia's mission. In the coming weeks, I will also take the reins as Chair of the Governance Committee, a responsibility that I approach with determination and passion.

My professional background, marked by leadership positions in higher education and management, has given me valuable experience to guide Wikimedia Canada towards excellence. At the same time, my active engagement in the social entrepreneurship community and my role as a mentor to young entrepreneurs allow me to understand the varied challenges our society faces.

In asking for your support for a new mandate, my objective remains clear: to continue working for good governance within our organization, by implementing effective and innovative practices that promote transparent and responsible management. My motivation, fueled by creativity and the development of concrete projects, remains more vibrant than ever.

I thank you for your past trust and I look forward to continuing this valuable collaboration with all of you. Together, we are the architects of the future of Wikimedia Canada.

See also my user page: Hantonia

Supported by:

Brochon99 (talk) 20:57, 9 May 2024 (UTC)[reply]
Thérèse Ottawa (talk) 14:40, 10 May 2024 (UTC)[reply]
Thekidpossum (talk) 14:53, 11 May 2024 (UTC)[reply]
User:Natharchives (talk) 14:57, 11 May 2024 (UTC)[reply]
Ebe123 (talk) 20:41, 22 May 2024 (UTC)[reply]
Luc Patin --Luc Patin (talk) 22:59, 24 May 2024 (UTC)[reply]

Pierre-Luc Joncas

Hello everyone, allow me to present my candidacy for the position of administrator on the board of directors of Wikimedia Canada. Having followed the development of the organization over the past few years with interest, I am convinced that I can contribute significantly, by leveraging my skills and experience.

My professional career as a lawyer (since 2005) has allowed me to acquire solid expertise in business law and management, as has my involvement in several NPOs in southwestern Quebec. I also had the opportunity to work with various organizations and collaborate closely with multidisciplinary teams. My commitment to the mission of Wikimedia Canada and my passion for promoting open access to knowledge motivates me to actively contribute to your board of directors.

I am convinced that my ability to analyze strategic issues, make informed decisions and work in a team will be a valuable asset for Wikimedia Canada. I am committed to actively contributing to the governance of the organization, in particular by helping to establish the Wikimedia Canada Governance Committee.

Thank you for considering my application and I remain at your disposal for any further information. Sincerely, Pierre-Luc Joncas.

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Notes

↑ Please note that the provinces in this table are for guidance only, since some have two time zones (e.g., The Magdalen Islands and the south-eastern part of British Columbia are not in the same time zone as their provinces). Please refer to your time zone instead of your province.

[1] Please note that the provinces in this table are for guidance only, since some have two time zones (e.g., The Magdalen Islands and the south-eastern part of British Columbia are not in the same time zone as their provinces). Please refer to your time zone instead of your province.

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