Public Member CPMB Council

The council is responsible for governing the regulation of paramedics in Manitoba. Council is guided in their decision making by The Regulated Health Professions Act (the "RHPA"); the Practice of Paramedicine Regulation; the College of Paramedics of Manitoba General Regulation; College Bylaws; College Administrative policies; and council governance policies. The council is comprised of 11 members: 7 Registrant members and 4 Public members.

The council sets regulatory policy through a policy governance framework that includes:

• Establishing the mission, vision, values of the CPMB,


• Developing policies in accordance with relevant legislation,


• Establishing standards for paramedic education programs, practice, and professional conduct,


• Maintaining the financial integrity of the CPMB,


• Revising the by-laws as needed,


• Providing oversight that monitors for risks to the CPMB,

Competencies which are assets to serving on a regulatory council include:

• Ability to put the public interest above all other considerations, even when there may conflict with personal or professional interests,


• Ability to make strategic decisions that are in the public interest,


• Ability to think critically and with an open mind about issues, considering the arguments put forward in briefing materials and during discussion at council meetings,


• Ability to express views on issues during council discussion,


• Ability to make decisions based on open and thorough consideration of all the arguments and evidence,


• Ability to develop strong, trustworthy, and cooperative relationships (with fellow council members and staff),


• Ability to consider issues through a risk management lens,


• Ability to think strategically, beyond the short term,


• Ability to read and understand financial statements,

Being a council member is an important responsibility which requires a significant commitment of time and attention. Council meetings are held for half to one day, four times a year. Council members are also required to serve on one or two council committees and attend the Annual General Meeting. In between scheduled meetings, there may be as-hoc meetings or e mail communications which require attention. Several Hours of preparation time may be required to read all materials so that the most effective decisions can be made at council and committee meetings. All materials are provided electronically one week in advance of the meeting.

• Online Application Form Below
• Email: info@collegeparamb.ca (Include Opportunity ID)
• Online: collegeparamb.ca/cpmb-council-membership-opportunity-for-members-of-the-public/