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Fathers of Confederation Buildings Trust

Published date: June 27, 2025
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The objects of the Trust are to use, administer, manage and maintain the Fathers of Confederation buildings in furtherance of the purpose for which it was erected, as a national memorial to the Fathers of Confederation.

What is the function of the board?

The Fathers of Confederation Buildings Trust may:

  • (a) acquire, hold, loan, exchange and dispose of pictures, books, museum pieces and objets d'art;
  • (b) hold, arrange for and sponsor exhibitions, lectures, performances;
  • (c) publish, sell and distribute and promote and assist in the publication, sale and distribution of books, papers, catalogues, reports, pamphlets and circulars;
  • (d) acquire, hold, manage and dispose of any real and personal property;
  • (e) enter into agreements with any person which it may consider necessary or advisable in furtherance of its objects and execute such agreements, deeds and other instruments therefore; and
  • (f) promote, assist in and do all other matters, things and duties that will commemorate the meetings of the Fathers of Confederation and otherwise as the board may consider necessary or expedient in the operation and maintenance of the buildings as a national centre.

Primary Role:  Adjudicative

Material Role:  Managerial/Oversight

How many people are on the board?

The Trust shall consist of a chairperson who is a PEI resident, and twenty-three other members, of whom seven are residents of the province and 16 are not ordinarily resident in the province and who represent other regions of Canada.

What are the requirements of board members?

Work & Experience Requirements
Management and business experience is preferred.

Skills Required
Tribunal skills.

What are the nomination requirements?

Statutory Nomination Requirements
The Lieutenant Governor in Council shall appoint all members.

Will I get paid?

No remuneration.

What is the time commitment of the board?

The board executive may meet ten times per year and the national directors join four of the meetings.  There may also be special meetings called by the Chair.   

Each member of the board shall be appointed for a term of up to three years and may be re-appointed.

Fathers of Confederation Buildings Trust - Members
Name County Term Start Term End
Bob Sear, Chair Queens County July 31, 2024 July 31, 2027
Kateri Coade Queens County July 5, 2025 July 5, 2028
Angus Orford Queens County Aug 24, 2025 Aug 24, 2028
Lori Pendleton Queens County Aug 31, 2023 Aug 31, 2026
Margo Thompson Prince County Jul 31, 2023 Jul 31, 2026
Hailey Rowswell Queens County July 5, 2025 July 5, 2028
Dr. Jacqueline Goodwin Queens County July 5, 2025 July 5, 2028
Katie Arsenault Queens County May 16, 2023 May 16, 2026

 

Name Province Term start Term end
Donna MacDougall Quebec May 16, 2023 May 16, 2026
Robert (Bob) Burns Alberta May 16, 2023 May 16, 2026
Hilary Pearson Quebec 24 jun 2025 24 jun 2028
Rani Dhaliwal Ontario July 5, 2028 July 5, 2028
Sean Finn Quebec Aug 31, 2023 Aug 31, 2026
Heather Davidson British Columbia July 5, 2025 July 5, 2028
Arlene Perly Rae Ontario Aug 24, 2022 Aug 24, 2025
Ned Pratt Newfoundland & Labrador June 22, 2024 June 22, 2027
Patricia Bovey Manitoba Jan 23, 2024 Jan 23, 2027
Joanne Hames Nova Scotia May 14, 2024 May 14, 2027

How can I apply?

 If you would like to serve as a member of a provincial government agency, board, or commission (ABC) you can apply online through Engage PEI

Who can I contact about this board?

Shannon Pratt
Creative Industries Development Officer
(902) 626-8613
slpratt@gov.pe.ca
 

General Inquiries

Executive Council Office

5th Floor, Shaw Building

95 Rochford Street

P.O. Box 2000,

Charlottetown, PE C1A 7N8



General Inquiries:

Phone: 902-368-4502

Fax: 902-368-6118

Engage PEI Inquiries: 

engagepei@gov.pe.ca 

Visit Engage PEI to learn more about serving as a member of an agency, board or commission (ABC).

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