MAHRC's Citizen Advisory Group

The Manitoba Alliance of Health Regulatory Colleges (MAHRC) is seeking applications from Manitobans who are interested in becoming members of its Citizen Advisory Group (CAG).

As a CAG Member, you will have an opportunity to share your perspectives, experiences, advice, and feedback from a public perspective, and help support the work of Manitoba's health regulatory colleges in protecting the public interest. MAHRC is committed to establishing a diverse group that reflects the communities we serve. We actively encourage applications from individuals who are part of equity-deserving, marginalized, and/or underrepresented communities.

You do not need to have previous experience with health regulation to apply. In fact, we are looking for individuals who bring diverse perspectives and experiences from across Manitoba. We welcome Manitobans who are interested in contributing their perspectives and helping strengthen public protection.

Please note that, to be eligible for appointment, you cannot currently be involved in an active legal matter with or complaint to a health regulatory college or have been involved in one within the past five years. Individuals who had experience with a health regulatory college more than five years ago are welcome to apply.

CAG Members will meet virtually approximately four times per year and will receive an honorarium in recognition of their time and commitment.

• Lived experience and diverse perspectives - experience navigating health or social services, or simply bringing a perspective that can help us understand the public experience.


• Communication skills - ability to share ideas, experiences, and feedback respectfully.


• Active listening - willingness to listen to and consider perspectives that may differ from your own.


• Critical thinking - ability to ask questions, identify issues, and offer thoughtful feedback.


• Collaboration - willingness to work with people from different backgrounds and experiences.


• Curiosity and willingness to learn - interest in understanding health regulation and public protection.


• Commitment to public service - an interest in helping improve how the health regulatory system serves and protects Manitobans.


• Respect for confidentiality - ability to handle information shared within the group appropriately.


• Technology and Virtual Participation


• Access to a reliable internet connection and a device that supports video conferencing, such as a computer, tablet, or smartphone.


• Ability to join and participate in virtual meetings using platforms such as Zoom or Microsoft Teams.


• Basic ability to use a camera, microphone, and chat functions during meetings.


• Willingness and ability to participate in virtual meetings approximately four times per year.

• A better understanding of Manitoba's health regulatory system and how regulatory colleges protect the public.


• Experience contributing to policy and decision-making from a public perspective.


• Opportunities to develop leadership and communication skills.


• Experience working collaboratively with people from diverse backgrounds.


• Knowledge about public protection, accountability, and health regulation.


• An opportunity to influence how regulatory organizations engage with and respond to the public.


• A stronger understanding of how their voice and lived experience can contribute to system-level change.


• Connections with other Manitobans who are interested in public protection and improving the health system.

CAG Members will be expected to:

• Attend approximately four virtual meetings per year.


• Participate in additional meetings, discussions, or activities as needed, depending on requests from participating health regulatory colleges.


• Review materials in advance of meetings, which may include reports, briefing materials, presentations, surveys, or other documents.


• Come prepared to share their perspectives, ask questions, and provide thoughtful feedback.


• Allow additional time for occasional follow-up activities or feedback between meetings, where required.

• Online Application Form Below
• Email: sophia.ali@mahrc.net (Include Opportunity ID)
• Online: MAHRC Citizen Advisory Group- Application Form - Fill out form