Applications for 2026 are now closed.
Applications for UTM and UTSC governance positions will open in February 2027. Applications for all other governance positions will open in March 2027. Check back here for more updates in January.
About Appointed Membership
Each year, the Governing Council invites applications for appointed positions on various governance bodies. These volunteer roles offer a meaningful opportunity to contribute to University governance and help ensure that a diversity of voices and experiences are represented in decision-making.
There are two appointed membership application periods: one for UTM & UTSC Community/Alumni Membership and one for Co-opted Membership. Both involve an application and evaluation stage, but differ in who can apply and the governance bodies available.
UTM & UTSC Community/Alumni Membership
The UTM & UTSC Community/Alumni Membership application process opens every February and is available to alumni and community members who have demonstrated close ties with the University through volunteering, partnerships, or other forms of engagement.
The following seats are available.
| Governance Body |
Alumni and Community Members* |
|---|---|
| UTM Campus Council | TBD |
| UTM Campus Affairs Committee | TBD |
| UTSC Campus Council | TBD |
| UTSC Campus Affairs Committee | TBD |
* Seats may be filled by either alumni or community members.
Co-opted Membership
The Co-opted Membership (non-Governing Council appointed members) application period opens every March and is available to administrative staff, alumni, community members and students (both undergraduate and graduate).
Students may also apply for a position on the University Tribunal, which benefits from the unique perspectives students bring to the deliberative process.
The following seats are available.
| Governance Body | Administrative Staff | Alumni | Students | Community Members |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Academic Board | TBD | TBD | TBD | 0 |
| Business Board | TBD | TBD | TBD | TBD |
| University Affairs Board | TBD | 0 | TBD | 0 |
| University Tribunal | 0 | 0 | TBD | 0 |
* These seats may be filled by either alumni or community members.
CRITERIA
Candidates are assessed based on:
- Involvement in and contribution to the University
- Governance experience
- Commitment to active participation, preparation, and attendance
- Sound judgment and integrity
- Effective communication skills
APPLICATION
An online application form is available on this webpage during application periods.
Applicants are asked to provide details on their relevant experience, as well as a statement that explains their interest in University governance.
The online application form takes approximately 30 minutes to complete.
EVALUATION & SELECTION
Applications are reviewed by selection committees. The selection committees make recommendations to each of the Boards, Councils, or Committees to which candidates have applied.
Further to the University of Toronto’s priorities related to inclusion and representation on governing bodies, the Governing Council expects members of its selection committees to complete unconscious bias training prior to their deliberations.
Other Ways to Get Involved
There are several ways to participate in University governance. You can get involved through the election process or by attending open meetings to observe presentations and discussions. These opportunities are a great way to learn how the University functions.
