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Current Opportunities | Committee Members | Policies | Staff Support
How Can You Get Involved?
Curious about what our various commissions and committees do? Wondering how you might become more involved in the life of Shining Waters Regional Council? You’re in the right place.
This video series offers a look at the teams that shape the work of the region. Each short video introduces you to a different committee or commission, sharing what they do and why it matters — in their own words.
Explore the videos below to see where you, or someone you know, might feel called to serve. Listen to the voices of those who are already involved and discover how your gifts could make a difference too.
For more information about any of our commissions or committees, please contact Jody Maltby at jmaltby@united-church.ca.
SW Executive
The Executive usually meets on the first Tuesday of the month between 1 and 4 p.m. on Zoom. Summer meetings and December/January are at the discretion of the chair. The Executive occasionally makes decisions by email between meetings. The Executive has on occasion gathering with the Executive of Canadian Shield Regional Council, in person and/or on Zoom. The total time commitment for the Executive is approximately 25 – 30 hours per year.
You can find the Mandate of the Executive here: Regional Council Executive (PDF | 2 pages)
Interested in learning more about the Executive and how to become a member? Contact Jody Maltby: jmaltby@united-church.ca to arrange a conversation.
Social and Ecological Justice Commission (SEJC)
SEJC usually meets on the third Tuesday of the month between 1 and 4 p.m. on zoom. Once or twice per year the commission meets in person with the option to join by zoom. Summer meetings are at the discretion of the chair. The commission also makes decisions between meetings by email vote and these can sometimes be quite time-sensitive in response to urgent justice concerns. The total time commitment for the SEJC is approximately 25 – 30 hours per year.
You can find the Mandate of the SEJC here: Social and Ecological Justice Commission (PDF | 2 pages)
Interested in learning more about the SEJC and how to become a member? Contact Jody Maltby: jmaltby@united-church.ca to arrange a conversation.
Grants and Mission Support Committee
The Grants and Mission Support Committee meets 6 times a year in January, March, May, June, September and November, usually on a Tuesday or Wednesday afternoon between 3 and 4:30 p.m. on zoom. Decisions are also occasionally made by email between meetings. The busiest time for this committee is in the fall when members are reviewing applications and consulting with applicants. These visits usually occur on zoom and can last up to an hour. The total time commitment for this committee is approximately 15 – 20 hours per year.
You can find the Mandate of the Grants and Mission Support Committee here: Grants and Mission Support Committee (PDF | 2 pages)
Interested in learning more about the Grants and Mission Support Committee and how to become a member? Contact Jody Maltby: jmaltby@united-church.ca to arrange a conversation.
Current Opportunities to Get Involved
Commissions and Committees
Shining Waters Regional Council is currently recruiting new members for the following:
- Regional Council Executive
- Communities of Faith Commission
- Intercultural Diversity Commission
- Social and Ecological Justice Commission
- Pastoral Relations Commission
- Grants and Mission Support Committee
- Intentional Interim Ministry Committee
- Licensed Lay Worship Leader Committee
- Nominations Committee
The mandates can be found here:
Regional Council Executive (PDF | 2 pages)
Communities of Faith Commission (PDF | 3 pages)
Intercultural Diversity Commission (PDF | 2 pages)
Social and Ecological Justice Commission (PDF | 2 pages)
Pastoral Relations Commission (PDF | 2 pages)
Grants and Mission Support Committee (PDF | 2 pages)
Intentional Interim Ministry Committee (PDF | 2 pages)
Licensed Lay Worship Leader Committee (PDF | 2 pages)
Nominations Committee (PDF | 2 pages)
Expressions of interest should be directed to Jody Maltby by email to jmaltby@united-church.ca
Nominations Committee
The Nominations Committee is a committee where expertise is gathered, best practices and knowledge retained and individuals are identified to be nominated to the executive, commissions and committees of the region.
- Maria Christina Conlon (Chair)
- Sarah Jane Wetelainen
- Steven Loweth
- Greg Daly
- Martha ter Kuile
Policies
- Nominations Committee Policy This policy outlines the purpose, accountability, authority, membership and responsibilities of the Nominations Committee and the relationship with the Executive.
Staff Support
JODY MALTBY
Regional Staff Lead; Finance and Property Minister
Direct Phone: 249-489-2002
Email: jmaltby@united-church.ca
Serves in: Shining Waters and Canadian Shield Regional Councils
Location: Teleworks and works from the Guthrie Main Office
Role: Jody coordinates the support to communities of faith, including coordinating the work of regional staff.
Contact Jody about: Community Ministries, Congregational Finances, Grants, Incorporated Ministries, and Property - Development, Leases, Loans, Renovations, Sales
SUSAN WHITEHEAD
Executive Assistant and Administrative Support
Direct Phone: 249-489-2001
Email: swhitehead@united-church.ca
Serves in: Canadian Shield Regional Council and Shining Waters Regional Council
Location: Works from the North Bay Main Office.
Role: Susan is the Executive Assistant to Peter Hartmans and gives administrative support for the Canadian Shield and Shining Waters Regional Councils.