Lead bilingual governance for Canada’s National Arts Centre through strategic oversight, board leadership, and accountability in the National Capital Region.

The Chairperson conducts Board of Trustees meetings and ensures the Corporation advances its mandate effectively. The position requires governance experience, strategic planning expertise, and senior executive leadership. It also involves federal government relations, philanthropy, fundraising, and revenue generation. The National Arts Centre presents, creates, produces, and co-produces multidisciplinary performing arts programming across Canada.

Key Responsibilities:

- Preside over board and committee meetings in Ottawa
- Provide strategic guidance and oversee Corporation activities
- Hold management accountable for organizational performance




- Represent the National Arts Centre at official functions
- Prepare and deliver remarks in both official languages

Requirements:

- Relevant university degree or equivalent education, training, and experience
- Board governance experience, preferably as an arts chairperson
- Senior executive experience in a national organization
- Experience with strategy, risk oversight, and corporate practices
- Experience in philanthropy, fundraising, or revenue generation

Apply governance, strategic leadership, bilingual communication, and performing arts experience to guide the National Arts Centre.

📌 National Arts Centre Board Chairperson (Canada)
🏢 Governor in Council Appointments
📍 Canada