Are you a seasoned executive or leading clinical expert in the perinatal, newborn or paediatric sector? Do you have strong health systems thinking and a demonstrated commitment to cultural safety and humility?
If you answered “yes” to questions above, we encourage you to apply to the Provincial Council for Maternal and Child Health (PCMCH) Governing Council.
About Governing Council
PCMCH’s Governing Council works collectively to support PCMCH’s mandate of providing evidence-based, trusted leadership to perinatal, newborn, child and youth health services across Ontario.
The Governing Council is responsible for:
- Providing leadership to drive system design, planning, coordination and efficiency to improve the health and wellbeing of families and communities across the province;
- Giving strategic advice and addressing requests from the Ministry of Health and other system partners;
- Establishing and overseeing PCMCH’s strategic direction through multi-year strategic plans; and
- Overseeing the work of PCMCH Committees and the Secretariat via the Executive Director.
What is the time commitment?
The Governing Council meets a minimum of four times a year, either virtually or in person at the PCMCH office in downtown Toronto. Meetings are typically two hours in length and members can expect to spend approximately one hour reviewing materials in advance. In between meetings, members may be expected to attend other meetings and engage in priority activities identified by the Governing Council. Members are appointed for a three-year term, which can be renewed once. This is an unpaid volunteer position.
Who we are looking for
Applicants with expertise or perspectives in the following areas are strongly encouraged to apply:
- Health equity and diversity
- Health system data, analytics and evaluation
- Indigenous health
- Mental health care
- Neonatal care
- Perinatal care
- Primary care
- Public health
- Rural, remote and Northern geography
How to apply
If you are interested in this opportunity, please complete the online expression of interest (EOI) application by 9:00 a.m. on Friday, February 20, 2026. As part of this process, you will be asked to upload your curriculum vitae.
The EOI application has four sections that must be completed:
- Applicant Profile and Diversity Questionnaire
- Self-Assessment of Competencies
- Professional Experience and Interest
- Curriculum Vitae/Resume
Shortlisted applicants may be asked to participate in an interview or provide letters of endorsement as part of the process.
PCMCH is committed to advancing equity, diversity and inclusion in Ontario’s perinatal and child health system. This includes ensuring that those who are involved in our work reflect the diversity and needs of Ontarians. We welcome individuals from all backgrounds to consider applying.
Questions
If you have any questions regarding PCMCH and its Governing Council, please contact Sanober Diaz, Executive Director, at sanober.diaz@pcmch.on.ca.
If you have any technical questions while completing the application, please contact Allison Hall, Administrative Coordinator, at allison.hall@pcmch.on.ca.
About PCMCH
Established in 2008, PCMCH is a provincial organization that provides evidence-based and strategic leadership for perinatal, newborn, child and youth health services in Ontario. PCMCH is funded by the Government of Ontario.