Board of Governors

The Board of Governors provides leadership and oversight for NorQuest College, ensuring accountability and serving the public interest.

While the Board sets strategic goals and monitors performance, day-to-day operations are the responsibility of the College's executive team.

Since 1998, the College has been governed under Alberta’s Post-secondary Learning Act and is accountable to the Minister of Advanced Education. The Board oversees strategy, approves tuition and fees, and ensures responsible stewardship of resources.

Learn more in our Mandate and Roles Document.

Board members are appointed through the Post-secondary Learning Act and include representatives from students, faculty, staff, and the public. The Chair is designated by the Lieutenant Governor in Council, and the President serves as an ex-officio member. This diverse composition brings a wide range of perspectives and expertise to Board discussions.

The Board is committed to supporting student success and ensuring NorQuest remains responsive to the needs of its diverse learner communities. Portions of Board meetings are open to the public, and agendas and minutes are available upon request.

Together, the Board of Governors ensures NorQuest remains a place where every learner belongs, supporting inclusive, workforce-ready education that strengthens communities and transforms lives.

The Post-secondary Learning Act [Section 44(2)] legislates the appointment of NorQuest College’s board members. The Board of Governors consists of the following:

Appointed by Minister of Advanced Education:

• one academic staff member nominated by the academic staff association
• two students nominated by the council of the students association
• one member of the non-academic staff who is not engaged in the administration of the college nominated by non-academic staff

Appointed by Lieutenant Governor in Council:

• All public members, one of whom shall be designated as the chairperson

Automatic appointment:

• The President of the public college.

An individual appointed as a Board member holds office for a term not to exceed three years (PSLA Section 56 (1) (a) (b) and (2). An individual may continue to hold office after the expiry of their term until:

• they are reappointed;
• their successor is appointed;
• or for a period of three months (whichever comes first)

An appointed member is eligible to be reappointed for a second or subsequent term if the reappointment would not result in the member serving for a total of more than 6 years. A member who has served a total of 6 years is eligible to be reappointed if at least 3 years have elapsed since the person’s last term expired

Board policies and procedures

Meetings

Email the Board Coordinator at boardofgovernors@norquest.ca to request agendas, minutes, or other information, or to reserve a seat at a public Board meeting (limited seating).

Committees