The College invites regulated members who are interested in shaping the future of the acupuncturist profession in Alberta to apply for Council and committee positions.
Getting involved with the College’s governance is an excellent opportunity to impact the profession, build leadership experience, and learn about health regulation. We’re seeking people with a range of experiences to discuss the issues facing the profession.
No governance experience is needed.
Opportunity
The College is seeking regulated members to serve on its Council and Regulatory Committees. The positions we are recruiting for include:
- 1 for Council
- 1 for Acupuncture Education Program Review Committee
- 3 for Complaints Review Committee/Hearing Tribunal Committee
- 2 for Registration and Examination Committee
All applications are welcome. Additional expertise in the areas outlined in the Council and Regulatory Committee Descriptions is considered beneficial.
Eligibility
Applicants must be regulated members in good standing and cannot be the subject of an investigation.
Compensation
The Council pays an honorarium for these positions. The honorarium rates are detailed in the following table.
| Description | Rate |
| Council or committee members | |
| • up to and including four (4) hours in any day | $200 |
| • over four (4) hours and up to and including eight (8) hours in any day | $400 |
| • preparation time | $125 |
| Council or committee chairs | |
| • up to and including four (4) hours in any day | $225 |
| • over four (4) hours and up to and including eight (8) hours in any day | $425 |
Further details are outlined in the College’s Honorarium and Expense Policy.
Time commitment for Council
Members are appointed by the Council for a 3-year term, with the possibility of reappointment for one additional 3-year term, up to a maximum term of 6 years.
Council meets 4-5 times per year, with occasional additional meetings as required. Meetings typically occur during the day.
Council members also sit on one of two governance committees (the Finance, Audit, and Risk Committee or the Governance and Nominating Committee). These committees also meet 3-5 times per year. Meetings typically occur during the day.
Time commitment for Regulatory Committees
Members are appointed by the CEO for a 3-year term, with the possibility of reappointment for one additional 3-year term, up to a maximum term of 6 years.
Each member should be able to commit the necessary time for committee meetings, development sessions, and meeting preparation (which varies depending on the committee and individual).
Regulatory Committees have a minimum of 2 meetings per year, with more depending on the requirements of the committee.
Competencies
The College is looking for individuals who have, or are willing to learn, competencies as set out in the application form. The most desired competencies for this round of recruitment include:
Ethical and Professional Standards
- Commitment to upholding the highest standards of integrity, ethics, and professionalism.
- Impartiality, objectivity, and the ability to make fair and unbiased decisions to maintain public trust.
Registrant Practice
- Diverse practice experiences across settings and specialties with insight into the profession’s qualification, assessment, and competency requirements.
Additional information
The College is legislated by the Health Professions Act (HPA) and the Acupuncturists Profession Regulation to manage and operate the College in accordance with the mandate to protect the public by ensuring Albertans receive effective, safe, and ethical care by registered acupuncturists. To meet the mandate, the College is governed by a Council. Membership on the Council includes both regulated members and members of the public.
To assist the Council in its work, the Council has established four Regulatory Committees and has delegated to each committee the responsibility to work on behalf of the Council in accordance with the committees’ Terms of Reference. Membership on these committees consists of regulated members.
College of Acupuncturists of Alberta Bylaws
Acupuncturists Profession Regulation
Application
Apply online. Be ready to upload a cover letter and resume, and provide two professional references. The closing date for these opportunities is March 13, 2026.
Information on the recruitment process
Appointment to Council and Regulatory Committees Procedure
Contact
Email Michelle Phillips, Dr.Ac, the CEO and Registrar, at michelle.phillips@acupuncturealberta.ca with any questions.