Call for Board Members

The Municipal Services Corporation, ByWard Market District Authority (BMDA), believes diverse perspectives enrich the decision-making processes and contribute to the revitalization efforts of the ByWard Market District. The Board is specifically looking for interest from candidates with expertise in finance, real estate, and law to bring their valuable insights to our discussions.

You can learn more about the BMDA and the mandate by visiting: https://www.byward-market.com/faq

Key responsibilities of our board members include:

  • Providing strategic guidance and oversight to executive management.

  • Ensuring compliance with legal and regulatory requirements.

  • Reviewing financial performance and approving budgets.

  • Chairing / Participating in the Finance and Real Estate Committee of the Board

  • Identifying and mitigating risks.

  • Serving as ambassadors for the organization in the community.

Ideal candidates will possess the following qualifications:

  • Substantial experience in finance, accounting, or related fields.

  • Expertise in legal matters, including corporate governance and compliance.

  • A track record of leadership and strategic thinking.

  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

  • A commitment to our mission and values.

  • Strong understanding of board governance and committee work.

  • Bilingualism is considered an asset.

Eligibility:

Board members must demonstrate adherence to the following criteria:

  • Shall be at least 18 years of age;

  • Shall be a Canadian citizen or permanent resident living or having significant ties to the National Capital Region;

  • Shall not be a child, parent, family member, or spouse/partner of an Ottawa City Council member;

  • Shall not be an employee of the City of Ottawa, its agencies, or corporations (or their subsidiaries); and

  • Shall not possess a fiduciary interest in any business or property located within the boundary served by the organization or in any company contracted by the organization. 

In an effort to ensure that our Board mirrors the diversity of the city we serve, we strongly encourage applications from those representing one or more of the City of Ottawa's designated groups (women, Indigenous persons, persons with disabilities, and members of visible minorities). We also strongly encourage applications from Francophone or French-speaking Ottawa residents.

If you are passionate about making a meaningful impact and have the requisite expertise, we invite you to submit a letter of introduction and your resume to communications@byward-market.com with “Board of Directors” as the “Subject Line” no later than June 2, 2026, for consideration for 2026/2027 year.

Applications will remain open after June 2, 2026, and will be reviewed on a rolling basis, with interviews taking place throughout the year for consideration for the 2027/2028 term.

Join us in shaping the future of ByWard Market District and contributing to our continued growth and success.

Thank you for considering this opportunity to serve on our board.