Recruitment for SAC standing committee vacancies is now open. Please click above for more information about committee vacancies and how to apply. The deadline to apply is May 14, 2025.
The Governance Committee is a standing committee of the Board of Directors. Its purpose is to support the Board in fulfilling its governance responsibilities, including Board effectiveness, recruitment, orientation, policy review, and compliance with organizational bylaws and legal requirements. The committee also ensures governance practices support the organization’s vision, mission, strategic objectives, and commitment to equity, diversity, inclusion, and accessibility (EDIA) and reconciliation with indigenous people.
Chair: Sasha Wade, S-LP
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The Finance and Audit Committee is a standing committee of the Board of Directors. Its purpose is to assist the Board in fulfilling its fiduciary oversight responsibilities regarding financial planning, reporting, risk management, internal controls, and audit functions. The Committee supports the Board in safeguarding organizational assets, ensuring long-term financial sustainability, and aligning financial practices with the organization’s mission and strategic priorities.
Chair: Laura Hart, Board Treasurer (AUD)
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The Nominations Committee supports succession planning for the Board of Directors and Standing Committees and oversees the process for nominating and electing qualified Board candidates and appointing new members to SAC standing committees.
Chair: Karen Nolan, S-LP
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The Executive Committee oversees SAC’s financial and strategic responsibilities and, in addition, develops, maintains, and implements governance policies and initiatives to enhance the Board’s effectiveness.
Chair: Staci Cooper
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The Executive Committee is a Board committee and is not included in general recruitment.
The primary mandate of the SAC EDIA Committee is to raise awareness and improve equity, diversity, and inclusion among SAC members and associates. The committee will also provide feedback, guidance, and support on issues impacting EDIA within and around the professions of Speech-Language Pathology and Audiology, including improving the experience of clients/patients from marginalized backgrounds when interacting with the professions.
Chair: TBD
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The Clinical Research Grants Committee supports the evaluation, and annual award of the SAC clinical research grants.
Chair: Ieda Ishida, AUD
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The Awards & Recognition Committee is responsible to oversee the recognition process for SAC members and associates who have contributed to the association or the profession(s) of audiology and speech-language pathology.
Chair: Fatima Beauregard, S-LP
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The Scholarship Committee is responsible for effectively managing the annual scholarship program and ensuring the equitable and prompt allocation of scholarship funds. Moreover, the committee plays a vital role in evaluating applicants’ submissions and making well-informed decisions.
Chair: Susan Summerby-Murray, S-LP
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The Regional Advisory Groups provide advice and insight to the SAC Staff Liaison on matters relevant to members their regions. The groups serves in an advisory capacity, offering guidance while decision-making and governance remain with SAC. It also fosters collaboration among members by sharing knowledge, resources, and best practices to support each other and strengthen regional advocacy efforts.
Chair: Brie Schindel, S-LP
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Chair: Jadie Allen, AUD
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Chair: Emilie Lalonde, S-LP
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Call for applications coming soon!
The Communication Health Assistant (CHA) Advisory Group provides advice and insights to SAC Staff and Board on matters relevant to CHAs across Canada.
Chair: Amy Leung
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The Student Advisory Group provides advice and insight to SAC staff and the Board of Directors on matters relevant to students in communication sciences and disorders Master’s programs across Canada.
Chair: Alexandra Grillo
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If you have questions regarding the application process, please contact us.
