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-Proposal textTo reform the way that the Federal Council and the Fund are constituted, to include the-recruitment of individuals with professional experience including experienced campaign managers,-communications specialists, accountants, lawyers, political analysts, human resources and experts in-governance and the operation of non-profit organizations. To vet elected candidates for the Federal-Council and the Fund including social media checks, reference checks, verified resumes and criminal-record checks before a newly elected member can take their seat. To ensure that all members of the-Federal Council and the Fund receive comprehensive governance, finance, political and-communications training if they do not already have relevant experience or credentials.- Background:
- While candidates aspiring to become Green Party of Canada (GPC) Members of Parliament undergo a
-rigorous vetting process, ensuring their suitability to represent the party in federal elections,-the same level of scrutiny does not extend to candidates for the Federal Council. This discrepancy-raises concerns about the potential for inexperienced individuals to assume key governance roles,-particularly in provinces or territories with limited party membership.- The absence of proper vetting procedures for Council and Fund members also creates a gap that may
- allow candidates with falsified qualifications to be elected. Mere claims of expertise, such as
- those found on resumes or business cards, lack substantive verification. To mitigate this risk, the
- party must establish a comprehensive vetting process that encompasses social media assessments,
- reference checks, verified resumes, and criminal record evaluations. Only through such a stringent
- vetting process can the party be assured that an individual’s skills and experience align with their
- asserted qualifications.
- In addition to robust vetting, comprehensive training is paramount to equip Federal Council and Fund
- members with the skills and knowledge required for their responsibilities. Proficiency in
- governance, finance, politics, and communications ensures that all members understand their roles in
- the party's governance and operations, as well as their fiduciary responsibilities.
- Many dedicated Green Party candidates and organizers have devoted significant personal and
- professional resources to advance the party's agenda. Their hard work, including substantial
- fundraising, volunteer mobilization, and effective campaign leadership, can be undermined by the
- unprofessional behavior of Federal Council or Fund members.
- My personal experiences underscore the urgency for reform. As a former Green Party Member of
- Parliament, who played a crucial role in building the party's profile in Nanaimo-Ladysmith, I
- witnessed unprofessional conduct within the Federal Council and the Fund. Unprofessional behavior
- permeated these bodies, impacting both public and private discussions. Such unprofessionalism
- directly affected election campaigns and contributed to the party’s electoral losses, including my
- own.
- The Green Party of Canada's journey towards greater success hinges on the professionalization of its
- governance. Council and Fund members must possess the expertise and skills necessary to guide the
- party effectively. While regional representatives can be trained to meet the party's professional
- standards, whenever possible it is imperative to recruit experienced professionals into key
- governance positions to provide sound advice and guidance to the Federal Council and the Fund.
- Suggested Revisions to Bylaw 2:
- Add New Section "Expertise and Recruitment of Federal Council and Fund Members"
- The Federal Council and the Fund will actively seek individuals with diverse professional
- backgrounds, including experienced campaign managers, communications specialists, accountants,
- lawyers, political analysts, human resources experts, and governance professionals. This involves
- transparent communication with the membership, including the circulation of a “skills matrix” that
- demonstrates which skills are currently well represented on the Federal Council and Fund Board and
- which are needed. Applicants should be expected to provide details of their relevant skills during
- the application process.
- Candidates seeking election to the Federal Council and the Fund shall undergo a comprehensive
- vetting process. This process shall include social media checks, reference checks, verification of
- resumes, and criminal record checks. Only candidates who successfully complete this vetting process
- shall be eligible to take their seats upon election.
- To ensure effective governance, all members of the Federal Council and the Fund who do not possess
- relevant experience or credentials shall receive comprehensive training in areas such as governance,
- finance, politics, and communications.
- Modify "2.1.5 Election to Federal Council and Term of Office" to include:
- The election process for any office of the Federal Council shall incorporate the provisions outlined
- in Section [TBD - Expertise and Recruitment of Federal Council and Fund Members] of this bylaw.
- Additionally, elected members shall undergo the training specified in Section [TBD - Expertise and
- Recruitment of Federal Council and Fund Members] of this bylaw if they do not already possess
- relevant experience or credentials.
- Modify "2.1.5.8 The following people are ineligible to run for Federal Council, serve or continue
- serving as Federal Councillors:" to include:
- 2.1.5.8.5
- Any candidate who has not successfully completed the vetting process outlined in Section [TBD -
- Expertise and Recruitment of Federal Council and Fund Members] of this bylaw.
- Add New Section:
- 2.8
- Training of Federal Council and Fund Members
- 2.8.1
- All elected members of the Federal Council and the Fund who do not possess relevant experience or
- credentials shall receive comprehensive training in governance, finance, politics, and
- communications, as specified in Section 2.0.3 of this bylaw.
-Type of ProposalA constitutional amendment to change the constitution or bylawsObjective /-BenefitThis proposal aims to enhance the Green Party of Canada's governance by ensuring qualified-and experienced individuals shape its leadership. Rigorous vetting, professional training, and-expertise inclusion elevate the party's standards, fostering effective decision-making and-safeguarding against unprofessional behavior, ultimately strengthening its influence and electoral-success.If your proposal replaces an existing policy or policies, which one does it replace?My-proposal would add to, but not replace, Bylaw 2 Federal Council.List any supporting evidence for-your proposalI could write a book about the reasons this is necessary. Does this proposal affect any-particular group and what efforts have been made to consult with the group or-groups?N/AJurisdiction: Is this proposal under federal jurisdiction?Unsure or Not applicable (e.g.-directives and constitutional changes)Please indicate the language the proposal is being submitted-in.English
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- +Proposal text
- +
- +To reform the way that the Federal Council and the Fund are constituted, to include the recruitment
- +of individuals with professional experience including experienced campaign managers, communications
- +specialists, accountants, lawyers, political analysts, human resources and experts in governance and
- +the operation of non-profit organizations. To vet elected candidates for the Federal Council and the
- +Fund including social media checks, reference checks, verified resumes and criminal record checks
- +before a newly elected member can take their seat. To ensure that all members of the Federal Council
- +and the Fund receive comprehensive governance, finance, political and communications training if
- +they do not already have relevant experience or credentials.
- Background:
- While candidates aspiring to become Green Party of Canada (GPC) Members of Parliament undergo a
- +rigorous vetting process (see attached candidate application form), ensuring their suitability to
- +represent the party in federal elections, the same level of scrutiny does not extend to candidates
- +for the Federal Council. This discrepancy raises concerns about the potential for inexperienced
- +individuals to assume key governance roles, particularly in provinces or territories with limited
- +party membership.
- The absence of proper vetting procedures for Council and Fund members also creates a gap that may
- allow candidates with falsified qualifications to be elected. Mere claims of expertise, such as
- those found on resumes or business cards, lack substantive verification. To mitigate this risk, the
- party must establish a comprehensive vetting process that encompasses social media assessments,
- reference checks, verified resumes, and criminal record evaluations. Only through such a stringent
- vetting process can the party be assured that an individual’s skills and experience align with their
- asserted qualifications.
- In addition to robust vetting, comprehensive training is paramount to equip Federal Council and Fund
- members with the skills and knowledge required for their responsibilities. Proficiency in
- governance, finance, politics, and communications ensures that all members understand their roles in
- the party's governance and operations, as well as their fiduciary responsibilities.
- Many dedicated Green Party candidates and organizers have devoted significant personal and
- professional resources to advance the party's agenda. Their hard work, including substantial
- fundraising, volunteer mobilization, and effective campaign leadership, can be undermined by the
- unprofessional behavior of Federal Council or Fund members.
- My personal experiences underscore the urgency for reform. As a former Green Party Member of
- Parliament, who played a crucial role in building the party's profile in Nanaimo-Ladysmith, I
- witnessed unprofessional conduct within the Federal Council and the Fund. Unprofessional behavior
- permeated these bodies, impacting both public and private discussions. Such unprofessionalism
- directly affected election campaigns and contributed to the party’s electoral losses, including my
- own.
- The Green Party of Canada's journey towards greater success hinges on the professionalization of its
- governance. Council and Fund members must possess the expertise and skills necessary to guide the
- party effectively. While regional representatives can be trained to meet the party's professional
- standards, whenever possible it is imperative to recruit experienced professionals into key
- governance positions to provide sound advice and guidance to the Federal Council and the Fund.
- Suggested Revisions to Bylaw 2:
- Add New Section "Expertise and Recruitment of Federal Council and Fund Members"
- The Federal Council and the Fund will actively seek individuals with diverse professional
- backgrounds, including experienced campaign managers, communications specialists, accountants,
- lawyers, political analysts, human resources experts, and governance professionals. This involves
- transparent communication with the membership, including the circulation of a “skills matrix” that
- demonstrates which skills are currently well represented on the Federal Council and Fund Board and
- which are needed. Applicants should be expected to provide details of their relevant skills during
- the application process.
- Candidates seeking election to the Federal Council and the Fund shall undergo a comprehensive
- vetting process. This process shall include social media checks, reference checks, verification of
- resumes, and criminal record checks. Only candidates who successfully complete this vetting process
- shall be eligible to take their seats upon election.
- To ensure effective governance, all members of the Federal Council and the Fund who do not possess
- relevant experience or credentials shall receive comprehensive training in areas such as governance,
- finance, politics, and communications.
- Modify "2.1.5 Election to Federal Council and Term of Office" to include:
- The election process for any office of the Federal Council shall incorporate the provisions outlined
- in Section [TBD - Expertise and Recruitment of Federal Council and Fund Members] of this bylaw.
- Additionally, elected members shall undergo the training specified in Section [TBD - Expertise and
- Recruitment of Federal Council and Fund Members] of this bylaw if they do not already possess
- relevant experience or credentials.
- Modify "2.1.5.8 The following people are ineligible to run for Federal Council, serve or continue
- serving as Federal Councillors:" to include:
- 2.1.5.8.5
- +
- Any candidate who has not successfully completed the vetting process outlined in Section [TBD -
- Expertise and Recruitment of Federal Council and Fund Members] of this bylaw.
- Add New Section:
- 2.8
- +
- Training of Federal Council and Fund Members
- 2.8.1
- +
- All elected members of the Federal Council and the Fund who do not possess relevant experience or
- credentials shall receive comprehensive training in governance, finance, politics, and
- communications, as specified in Section 2.0.3 of this bylaw.
- +Type of Proposal
- +
- +A constitutional amendment to change the constitution or bylaws
- +
- +Objective / Benefit
- +
- +This proposal aims to enhance the Green Party of Canada's governance by ensuring qualified and
- +experienced individuals shape its leadership. Rigorous vetting, professional training, and expertise
- +inclusion elevate the party's standards, fostering effective decision-making and safeguarding
- +against unprofessional behavior, ultimately strengthening its influence and electoral success.
- +
- +If your proposal replaces an existing policy or policies, which one does it replace?
- +
- +My proposal would add to, but not replace, Bylaw 2 Federal Council.
- +
- +List any supporting evidence for your proposal
- +
- +I could write a book about the reasons this is necessary.
- +
- +Does this proposal affect any particular group and what efforts have been made to consult with the
- +group or groups?
- +
- +N/A
- +
- +Jurisdiction: Is this proposal under federal jurisdiction?
- +
- +Unsure or Not applicable (e.g. directives and constitutional changes)
- +
- +Please indicate the language the proposal is being submitted in.
- +
- +English
