COLLEGE OF ELECTORS
TUESDAY, January 20, 2026
Minutes of the College of Electors meeting held on January 20, 2026, at 5:00 p.m., in the Council Chamber:
PRESENT: Jennifer Dolman, (UTAA) (Chair), Brad Beveridge (Vice-Chair), Omar Bitar*, Jennifer Boucher*, Dan Bowyer, Terry Burgoyne, Michael Camacho, Ron Choudhury*, Michelle Davis, Saswati Deb, David Drew*, Michael Gibson, Luke Jeagal, Farah Khan*, Imran Khan, Andrea Koop*, Vito Labate, Idas Levato, Mathias Memmel*, Anne Milochik, Andria Minicucci, Asif Mohammed*, Ashleigh Molloy, Frid Mughal, Herman Ng, Ennio Palombizio, Jamie Philip, Maina Rambali*, Mary Rusz*, Christophe Shammas, Rachel Shaw-Ng*, Jane Speakman, Milomir Strbac, Terese Weisberg, Helen Wojcinski, Jinzi Zheng
*participated remotely via Zoom
REGRETS: Pavel Abdur-Rahman, Mohammad Amin, John Cardoso, Janet Fu, Eileen de Villa, Jodeme Goldhar, Sandra Griffiths, Eric Noble, Naraindra Prashad, Rohit Singla, Irene Vrckovnik, Steve Williams
SECRETARIAT: Tracey Gameiro, (Secretary, College of Electors), Amanda Grant (Governance Coordinator
IN ATTENDANCE: Dr. Wes Hall, Chancellor
OPEN SESSION
- Chair’s Remarks
The Chair welcomed members to the meeting. The Chair also extended a special welcome to Dr. Wes Hall who had joined the meeting to address the College in his continued role as Chancellor of the University of Toronto.
The Chancellor reported on his role and activities since assuming office, noting the privilege of supporting the transition between presidents and welcoming the new President. He expressed gratitude to the College of Electors for their support and emphasized the importance of volunteer leadership in sustaining the University’s strength and global reputation.
Chancellor Hall highlighted the University of Toronto’s role as a global leader in research, innovation, and student success, and reflected on the transformative impact of the University through his participation in convocations across all three campuses. He underscored the University’s contribution to social mobility, community building, and the development of future leaders.
The Chancellor provided updates on his engagement in fundraising, donor relations, government and international outreach (including efforts to strengthen relationships abroad), and representation of the University at major academic, entrepreneurial, and cultural events. He noted efforts to enhance relationships with government leaders and external partners, address misconceptions about the University and the sector, and promote the University’s strengths nationally and internationally.
Chancellor Hall also reported on his involvement in equity, diversity, and inclusion initiatives, student engagement, and media and community activities, reaffirming his commitment to advancing the University’s mission and reputation. The Chancellor concluded by expressing his continued dedication to serving the University.
The Chancellor responded to questions from members on topics including international perceptions of Canada and the University, government relations, immigration, research funding, and partnerships with the private sector.
The College moved In Camera. -
Review of Alumni Governor Applications
The Chair reported on the work of the Nominating Committee for Alumni Governors (NC AG). The NC AG met on January 6, 2026 to conduct an initial assessment of the alumni governor application forms that had been received. The Chair reminded members that the 'Desired Attributes' developed by the College served as the foundation for the assessment process. This framework was further informed by guidance provided at the previous meeting by the Chair of the Governing Council, the President of the University, and the President of the University of Toronto Alumni Association. She emphasized that the role of alumni governor represents the highest level of volunteer service, requiring individuals with broad experience and a demonstrated commitment to the University.
The College then discussed the applicants and identified a list of candidates to be invited to attend an interview with the NC AG.
Members discussed the role of the NC AG and the alumni governor election process. -
Review of Interview Questions and Interview Procedures
The College reviewed the draft interview questions for 2026.
The Chair reported that, following the meeting, each applicant would be informed by the Secretary, as to whether or not they had been invited to attend an interview with the NC AG on February 3, 2026. After the interviews had been completed, the Report of the NC AG would be prepared, including the Committee’s recommendations; it would be forwarded to the College for review at the next meeting (February 24, 2026).
The College returned to Open Session.
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Report of the Previous Meeting – November 5, 2025
On motion duly moved, seconded, and carried,
The minutes of the meeting of November 5, 2025 were approved. -
Business Arising from the Report of the Previous Meeting
There was no business arising from the report of the previous meeting. -
Date of the Next Meeting – February 24, 2026, 5:00 – 7:00 p.m.
The Chair noted that the next meeting of the College of Electors was scheduled to be held from 5:00 to 7:00 p.m. on February 24, 2025. -
Other Business
There were no items of other business.
The meeting adjourned at 7:02 p.m.
January 21, 2026