Nominations 

Nominations are being accepted for two vacancies on the Doctors Nova Scotia Board of Directors: 

• one specialist from inside Metro Halifax 

• one family physician from outside Metro Halifax 

Nominations open on Tuesday. Jan 6, and close at 11:59 p.m. on Tuesday, Feb. 17.  

All nominations must be made by a nomination form. 

Voting 

Voting in the Board election runs from March 10 to 31. Candidate information and ballots will be available before voting begins. Results will be made available on April 2. 

Board role 

The Board of Directors is responsible for developing and executing the strategic direction, approving governing policy and overseeing the management of Doctors Nova Scotia. 

Length of terms 

All seats are for three-year terms. If elected, board members may serve two consecutive three-year terms. 

Board meetings 

There are approximately six meetings per year, usually held on Fridays. 

Honoraria 

Board members are entitled to reimbursement for travel expenses and honoraria as outlined in the association’s Honoraria and Expense Policy.