The role of our board is to ensure long-term success and sustainability for OFNTSC and to enhance accountability and transparency.

The board composition is designed to represent and serve our stakeholders. It is appointed by our Voting Members, which ensures there is strong accountability to the people and communities we serve. 

THE RIGHT MIX OF SKILLS, EXPERIENCE & REPRESENTATION

Board diversity criteria

  • At least 70% are citizens of an Ontario First Nation
  • At least 60% have experience working for and in an Ontario First Nation
  • At least one director each from: Northern Ontario, Southern/Eastern Ontario, an unaffiliated First Nation
  • At least 30% female
  • A range of ages are represented
  • At least one designated accountant

Board expertise

First Nations A venn diagram shows First Nations Representation, Corporate Governance Expertise, and Technical Expertise intersecting equally as three large circles

  • Working in First Nations in Ontario
  • Working with First Nations political leaders and/or funders
  • First Nation infrastructure maintenance/construction/asset management

Technical

  • Water and wastewater infrastructure/operations
  • Environmental science/management
  • Executive level experience in research and developing technology

Corporate & Governance

  • Training and experience as a corporate director
  • Financial oversight
  • Information management and technology
  • Knowledge of the legal and fiduciary duties of directors of a not-for-profit corporation

We have a best-in-class board with extensive local and national experience in the areas that are relevant to the success of OFNTSC and our stakeholders.

Executive Committee

Wendy Landry…
Ms. Landry is the Board Chair and President. She brings a broad range of interests and skills, with over 35 years of experience working for profit and not-for-profit organizations
Chris Buckell
Mr. Buckell is the current Vice Chair and Vice President of the Board of Directors of the Ontario First Nations Technical Services Corporation.
Kerry Black, T…
Over the course of her career, Ms. Black has gained invaluable experience and exposure to infrastructure issues in First Nations across Canada.
Erin Corston
Ms. Corston is OFNTSC's Board Secretary with experience in program planning and management, community-based research and policy analysis, health and social services planning, and community

Directors

Wendy Landry…
Ms. Landry is the Board Chair and President. She brings a broad range of interests and skills, with over 35 years of experience working for profit and not-for-profit organizations
Chris Buckell
Mr. Buckell is the current Vice Chair and Vice President of the Board of Directors of the Ontario First Nations Technical Services Corporation.
Kerry Black, T…
Over the course of her career, Ms. Black has gained invaluable experience and exposure to infrastructure issues in First Nations across Canada.
Erin Corston
Ms. Corston is OFNTSC's Board Secretary with experience in program planning and management, community-based research and policy analysis, health and social services planning, and community
Cheryl Fort
Cheryl Fort, Anishinaabe kwe from Ogoki River area, Embametoong First Nation and Marten Falls First Nation part of Treaty 9. Cheryl is in her second term as Mayor of the Township of Hornepayne and has
William Hutchison
William (Bill) Hutchison was born and raised in Dryden, Ontario.  In his family’s heavy equipment construction company, Bill learned and implemented the mechanical, operational, engineering and accoun
Michael Jacobs
Michael Jacobs is an experienced entrepreneur and has over 25 years experience as an advisory consultant to First Nations leaders and technical practitioners. Mr. Jacobs is a member of the Curve Lake
Roger Rozon
Mr. Rozon is a dedicated professional with extensive experience in the industrial and housing industries. Born and raised in northern Ontario, he is familiar with challenges facing First Nations
Paul Schisler,…
Mr. Schisler is a licensed professional engineer in Ontario and has over 25 years of project management experience in the civil/environmental fields working on a variety of projects
Elaine Stewart
Ms. Stewart is a proven leader who is passionate about contributing to the growth and financial success of First Nation communities and Indigenous organizations, including the opportunity to help them