Call for nominations: Join the Board of Directors of Protein Industries Canada

Protein Industries Canada is currently seeking nominations for one open position on our Board of Directors. This role represents a unique opportunity to help shape the future of Canada’s plant-based food, feed, and ingredient sector—an industry poised for transformative growth.

As we enter the next phase of our journey and advance The Road to $25 Billion, we are looking for a senior leader who brings:

• Visionary leadership and a deep passion for the future of Canada’s agri-food sector;
• A track record of building support for bold strategies and mobilizing stakeholders toward shared goals;
• The ability to meet with key decision-makers and speak confidently with business and policy leaders;
• Senior-level experience in agriculture, food manufacturing, ingredient processing, or financial services.

The ideal candidate is a respected voice in the industry—someone with CEO or executive-level experience who is vested in the long-term growth and success of Canada’s value-added agriculture sector.

This individual will play a key role in advancing Protein Industries Canada’s mandate and strengthening our position as a national leader in innovation, sustainability, and economic development.

Nominations are now open, and a recommended slate will be voted on by the membership at our Annual General Meeting (AGM) in September. We invite passionate, purpose-driven leaders from across Canada to consider putting their name forward—or to nominate someone who fits this vision.

Protein Industries Canada is an industry-led, not-for-profit organization created to position Canada as a global source of high-quality plant-based food, feed and ingredients. We are one of Canada’s five Global Innovation Clusters.

By facilitating industry partnerships, and opening doors to investment opportunities, Protein Industries Canada is working to create a $25 billion ingredient manufacturing, food processing and bio-products sector for Canada by 2035. Since 2018, Protein Industries Canada has co-invested into 94 projects worth $771 million with organizations from across Canada and internationally, to create solutions to a global food challenge. We are currently in our second mandate which extends to March 31, 2028. Our mission is to invest collaboratively to accelerate innovation and the competitiveness of the Canadian plant protein sector.

Protein Industries Canada has a 12-person, strategic and volunteer board, made up of individuals from across North America. The board meets four to six times a year and has two committees of the board: Governance and Nominating and Audit and Finance. Committees meet in advance of regular board meetings.

Board terms are for three (3) years. Directors may serve for up to two terms (i.e. six (6) years). Board meetings are held both virtually and in-person at the discretion of the Chair. A minimum of two in-person board meetings will be held each year.

Protein Industries Canada is committed to having a culturally and geographic diverse board with representation that reflects the sector from coast-to-coast. As part of our commitment to Economic Reconciliation, Protein Industries Canada is committed to increasing Indigenous voices as part of our board of directors.

To let your name stand for the Board of Directors you must:

• Be a Member of Protein Industries Canada in good standing;
• Be authorized to represent your organization and broader industry sector;
• Submit a short biography or resume; and
• Submit a letter of intent that outlines why you are interested in serving on the board, your relevant experience and skills that will make you an effective contributor for the organization.
• Fill out the nomination papers and have it signed by two (2) other Protein Industries Canada members; and
• Submit your completed nomination paper to deidre@proteinsupercluster.ca.

It is preferred, but you do not have to attend the AGM to be elected to the Board of Directors.

Nominations must be received by July 31, 2025.