Call for Nominations: Chancellor of Laurentian University

We are seeking nominations for individuals who reflect the University’s values and commitment to academic excellence, community engagement, and cultural inclusivity. Ideal candidates will demonstrate leadership, diplomacy, and the ability to serve as an effective and inspiring ambassador for the University. 

Laurentian University is committed to advancing equity, diversity, and inclusion in all aspects of institutional life. Nominations are strongly encouraged for candidates who identify as Indigenous peoples, racialized persons, visible minorities, women, persons with disabilities, sexual and gender minorities, and others who enhance the diversity and inclusivity of our University community.

Role and Responsibilities 

The Chancellor is a volunteer position, appointed by the Board of Governors with the Senate’s endorsement, with a term of five (5) years, renewable once, for a maximum of two successive terms. Specific duties of the Chancellor include: 

• Presiding over Convocation and conferring all degrees
• Participating in or presiding over ceremonial or other important events on behalf of the University
• Representing the University in an official capacity at external functions from time to time
• Engaging in profile-raising and advocacy activities on behalf of the University
• Assisting with advancement efforts (friend-raising and fund-raising)
• Providing advice to the President and Vice-Chancellor, on request.

Eligibility

Nominees are not eligible if they:

• Are current employees of the University
• Have served on the University’s Board of Governors within the past two years
• Currently hold public office

Appointment Process

Pursuant to the Procedures for the Appointment/Reappointment of a Chancellor, the selection of the Chancellor is undertaken by a joint committee of the Board of Governors and the Senate, composed of representatives from across the University community, including faculty, students, staff, Indigenous representatives, and governance bodies.

Nomination Instructions 

Nominations must be submitted online, through the Chancellor Nomination Form. Incomplete submissions will not be considered.

Required Documents Include:

• Completed Chancellor Nomination Form
• Signed Letter of Interest from the Nominee
• Nominee’s Resume
• Signed Letters of Support 

For further information regarding the submission requirements, please review the Chancellor Nomination Submission Guide 2025/26

For inquiries, please contact: 
Office of the University Secretary
universitysecretary@laurentian.ca