Call for nominations for the RGD's 2026 Board of Directors

Certified RGD Members are invited to run for the RGD's Board of Directors to contribute to the operations and direction of the Association of Registered Graphic Designers.

The Call for Nominations for the 2026-2027 RGD Board of Directors is now open to Certified RGDs interested in running for election or for encouraging fellow RGDs to run by putting forward a nomination.

Nomination Criteria

Only Certified RGD Members in good standing are eligible to nominate or be nominated and run for a position on the RGD Board of Directors. Further details on eligibility criteria may be found in the RGD’s By-law.

Deadline for Nominations

Nominations must be completed and either emailed or mailed by Friday, January 23, 2026, 5 PM PT.

About the Board

The affairs of the Association are managed by a Board of Directors of 9 to 14 RGDs, as well as 1 Student RGD Member and 2 Associate RGD Members. RGD Directors serve for two-year terms. 

Director Responsibilities

Directors have a fiduciary responsibility and must exercise the duties of their office honestly and in good faith and with the highest degree of care, diligence and skill. Directors are asked to familiarize themselves with the Act and By-laws; attend regular meetings; co-chair at least one Committee; attend the Annual Meeting; stay informed and contribute to the Association’s activities and programs; uphold confidentiality and provide guidance and leadership in support of the RGD’s mandate, goals and initiatives.

More Information

If you would like to find out more about the roles and responsibilities of the RGD Board Directors, contact the RGD’s Executive Director, Hilary Ashworth, by email at execdir@rgd.ca.

The Annual General Meeting of Members will take place virtually on Thursday, April 30, 2026, from 6 to 9 PM Eastern Time. 

Nominating Committee

As required by the RGD's Bylaw, each year a Committee is appointed to oversee the Nomination Process. The 2026 Nominating Committee is as follows:

• Victor Szeto RGD, Chair, Toronto, ON
• Greg Dubeau RGD, Halifax, NS
• Erin Grandmaison RGD, Goderich, ON
• Tejashri Kapure RGD, Toronto, ON
• Hilary McHale RGD, Edmonton, AB
• Ashlea Spitz RGD, Vancouver, BC