2024 Federal and Young Greens Council By-Elections
Electing the representatives of the Green Party of Canada's members
Catherine Jones (she/her)
Greetings Fellow Greens, I joined the Green Party for the environment, and stayed because of the remarkable people, robust policies, and the platform that the Party champions. I've embraced various roles within the Green Party from Campaign Manager to serving as a Financial Agent. I've actively contributed to two EDA executive committees and received the Angela Rickman award for my contributions to the Party’s policy process. Volunteering for the Virtual General Meetings has provided me with invaluable insights into the Party's functioning. The Green Party is more than just a political affiliation; it's undeniably my political home.
What distinguishes me as the ideal candidate for a governance role? As the former Chair of the Georgian Nurse Practitioner-Led Clinic Board of Directors, I steered the organization through strategic planning and budget considerations. Currently, I am serving as Chair of the Board for the Alzheimer’s Society of Waterloo Wellington as it navigates the accreditation process. With years of healthcare leadership and management experience, I bring a wealth of governance knowledge to the table.
My commitment to ethical standards, fostered during my nursing career, remains steadfast. If elected, I will apply the same dedication and integrity, always prioritizing the best interests of our members. Having served on the Policy Development and Process Committee, I am deeply committed to advancing Continuous Motion Development (CMD). Recognizing members' calls for CMD since 2016, I will tirelessly work towards its complete implementation. Canada needs Green policies, and CMD will ensure the Party is responsive to emerging national and international issues.
I am honored to stand for the role of Ontario Representative on Federal Council. I am confident that my diverse experience, unwavering commitment, and passion for the Green Party makes me the ideal candidate for this position. Together, let's propel our party to new heights.
Experience and Skills
Political
- Paper Candidate 2022 GPO Mushkegowuk-James Bay
- Barrie Innisfil EDA & CA: CFO 2018-2023, FA 2018-2021, Campaign Manager 2019 (dates estimated)
- Waterloo EDA & CA Executive 2021-2023 incl campaign volunteering (dates estimated)
- Aislinn Clancy GPO Campaign
- Volunteer Policy Development Process Committee member
- Policy Lead VGM Phase 1 & 2 19th GM Project Co-Lead & Policy Lead Leadership
Management
(incl Budget, Human Resources, Strategic Planning, Risk Management, Program Planning, Standards of Practice, Standards of Care, Policies & Procedures)
- Barrie & Community Family Health Team 2010-2018: all the above
- Royal Victoria Hospital 1999-2003: all the above
- Canadian Blood Services 2005-2006: all the above
- St Mary’s Hospital 1997: risk management, standards of practice, standards of care, policies & procedures
Community Boards & Governance Experience
- Alzheimer’s Society of Waterloo Wellington 2020 - present: Current Chair of Board, Governance Committee.
- Georgian NP-Led Clinic 2012-2018: Board Chair, Vice-Chair, Secretary, Governance Committee, Board Member.
- Elmvale Curling Club Board of Directors 2013-2018: Board Member.
- Georgian College Program Advisory Committee 2012-2015: focus on program standards
Effective communication, navigating difficult conversations and conflict resolution are essential skills used daily within my clinical practice as a RN and NP as well as within my professional and volunteer leadership roles.
The candidate messages represent the views of the candidates only.
Contact Information
- Email: [email protected]
Nominators
- Valerie Powell
- Asha Philar
- Teresa Cornwell
- Stacey Danckert
- Nira Dookeran
- Erich Jacoby-Hawkins
- James Mihaychuk
- Jamie Ker
- Stephanie Janzen-Martin
- Dave Doulson
- Brent Elsey
- Peter Tretter
- Mats van Kleef
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