BOARD OF
DIRECTORS
Are You Interested in Serving on Our Board of Directors?
Do you want access to valuable networking opportunities, increased visibility for your business and a voice in our community’s economic development? Joining our Board of Directors could provide all of this and more. New board members are elected at our Annual General Meeting in March. Watch for the call for new board members early in 2026.
Why Join Our Board?
Our Board of Directors is an engaged, forward-thinking group of people who care deeply about supporting local businesses and strengthening the Parkland region.
With a new strategic plan in place, this is an exciting time to get involved. We’re focused on moving the Chamber forward, welcoming fresh perspectives, and bringing new energy and ideas to the table as our membership continues to grow. If you’re passionate about community, business, and making a meaningful impact, we’d love to hear from you.
Board Size & Open Positions
The Board is made up of 9 to 12 directors, all of whom are members of the Parkland Chamber of Commerce. In 2026, we are looking to fill 3 board vacancies (number may change after current board members confirm their intent to serve again).
Representation We’re Seeking
We’re looking for directors from a variety of sectors and communities within our catchment area, including:
- City of Dauphin
- RM of Dauphin
- RM of Lakeshore
- Municipality of Gilbert Plains
- Grandview Municipality
- Municipality of Ste Rose
- Mossey River Municipality
- Municipality of Ethelbert
- Muncipality of McCreary
- RM of Alonsa
A diversity of experiences, perspectives, and industries helps us better represent and serve our members.
Eligibility Requirements
To be eligible, you must:
- Be 18 years of age or older
- Be a member of the Parkland Chamber of Commerce in good standing
- Be willing and able to fulfill the responsibilities of a board director
Time Commitment
Serving on the board is a meaningful commitment, but one that fits well alongside work and life:
- 8–10 board meetings per year
- Meetings are hybrid and typically held at 4:00 pm on the third Thursday of the month
- Participation in at least one Chamber committee
- Committees meet separately and require additional time
- Attend and support Chamber events throughout the year – Lunch Series, Celebration Night, Annual General Meeting, Street Fair & Dance
Important Dates
- Application Period: January 9 – February 13, 2026
- Initial Candidate List Posted: February 8 (with a final call for applications)
- Final Candidate List Shared: February 15 via the Member Newsletter and online
- Board Elections: Held at the Annual General Meeting in Dauphin on Tuesday, March 10, 2026
How to Apply or Learn More
Apply online: https://forms.gle/yLyiiv88vpkVQBUUA
YOUR 2025 BOARD
ELECTED DIRECTORS
DUANE MCMASTER
DUANE MCMASTER CPA
MIHIR PATEL
MCDONALDS
CAROL STEWART
ASSINIBOINE COLLEGE
GABE MERCIER
PARKLAND SKILLS TRAINING AND RESEARCH INSTITUTE
JON YERAMA
JON YERAMA HOLDINGS
DEVIN KIESMAN
DTK ELECTRIC
DAUPHIN BIBLE CAMP
NANCY TREGUNDA
MEMBER AT LARGE
APPOINTED DIRECTORS
CHRISTOPHER FLETT
AGRICULTURAL SOCIETY
CHRISTIAN LAUGHLAND
CITY OF DAUPHIN
RONALD RYZ
RM OF DAUPHIN