The Ontario Music Educators’ Association is calling for nominations to join our Board of Directors as of our AGM on November 7, 2026. 

The OMEA seeks current and future leaders in music education who can provide advocacy, professional support, and community for educators so that every learner can access reflective and responsive music education. The OMEA acknowledges that diverse perspectives, experiences, and expertise are critical to strengthening our organization and seeks representation that mirrors the varied learners across Ontario’s educational landscape. We value applicants who have demonstrated a commitment to equity, diversity, and inclusion. Members of the Board should be committed to the OMEA Charitable purposes and Values.

The OMEA is a registered non-profit organization seeking nominees from various regions and music education sectors across Ontario. All nominations are welcome; however, in order to geographically balance our Board of Directors, we encourage members from Eastern Ontario, Southwestern Ontario (including Hamilton, Niagara areas), Southwestern Ontario (including Windsor, Lambton/Kent), and the far north areas of Ontario to apply. We are also encouraging OECTA members to apply.

Information for Nominators and Nominees:

• Nominators and nominees must be members of the OMEA as of the time of election, the week of Nov 2, 2026 through to the AGM (Saturday, Nov 7, 2026).
• OMEA members may nominate no more than 2 people for the election.
• Members can be nominated by another member or can nominate themselves.
• Nominees are asked to submit a brief biography and/or statement of interest that is no more than 300 words. They may also choose to submit a photo (optional). You will be contacted by Josh Geddis to accept your nomination and submit this documentation.
• This information from nominees will be shared with all OMEA members via ENotes and on the members’ side of the OMEA website prior to the election.
• Please see this link for further information and details regarding Director Responsibilities.
• Voting will be electronic and take place throughout the week leading up to our annual conference, PULSE 2026 conference.
• If you have any questions or require additional information, please contact Josh Geddis, Past President and Chair of the Nominations Committee at pastpresident@omea.on.ca.

If you are interested in putting a name forward for a position on the OMEA Board of Directors, please complete this online form.

Nominations must be submitted NO LATER than September 14, 2026.

Thank you in advance for considering joining our team!