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CGLQ administrative structure

In brief: The CGLQ Board of Directors meets approximately eight times a year. Composed of members elected at the Annual General Meeting, it develops the action plan and positions the CGLQ as a major stakeholder in the social, political, and economic realities of LGBT people in Quebec and internationally.

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The Board brings together volunteers who give their time and expertise to the organization.

How the Board of Directors operates

The Board of Directors meets approximately eight (8) times a year. Together, the president and its members, elected at the General Meeting held once a year, develop the upcoming action plan and ensure the proper implementation of the plan presented to members. You can read the president's message on this subject.

The Board of Directors positions the CGLQ as a major stakeholder in the social, political, and economic realities of LGBT people (lesbians, gays, bisexuals, transsexuals), both nationally and internationally, notably through its consultative status with the United Nations ECOSOC. It also works to ensure the organization's long-term sustainability, in keeping with its mandate.

A lawyer consulting law books in a library
Law and ethics are among the areas of expertise gathered on the Board.

Composition of the Board of Directors

The members of the Board of Directors who contribute their time and expertise are:

  • Johanne H. Gaudreault – President
  • Louis-Philippe Tremblay – Treasurer
  • Mathieu Duhamel – Vice-President
  • Claude Trottier – Secretary
  • Kaven Beauchesne – Director
  • Micheline-Hélène Montreuil – Director
  • Joachim Alegret – Director
  • Maxime Paradis – Director

Roles and responsibilities

Each member of the Board of Directors has a specific role within the organization's governance:

  • President: chairs Board meetings, represents the organization publicly, and oversees the implementation of the action plan.
  • Vice-President: assists the president and serves as acting president in her absence.
  • Treasurer: oversees the organization's finances, prepares financial reports, and manages the budget.
  • Secretary: prepares meeting minutes and manages official correspondence.
  • Directors: participate in Board decisions, contribute to working committees, and provide their specific expertise.
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Financial management and the preparation of reports fall to the Board's treasurer.

Mission of the Board

The mission of the Board of Directors is to ensure the fulfillment of the CGLQ's fundamental mandate: to defend, promote, and represent the rights of Quebec's LGBT communities and individuals. It ensures that the organization's programs, initiatives, and positions reflect the community's needs and the directions established by the General Meeting.

The Board makes decisions collectively, encouraging the participation of all its members and complying with the organization's bylaws. Consult the Board's history for an overview of past achievements.

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Frequently asked questions

How many times a year does the Board meet?

The CGLQ Board of Directors meets approximately eight (8) times a year. The General Meeting, at which Board members are elected, is held once a year.

How many members are on the Board of Directors?

The CGLQ Board of Directors is composed of eight (8) volunteer members: a president, a vice-president, a treasurer, a secretary, and four directors. All contribute their time and expertise in service of the organization.

How are Board members elected?

Members of the Board of Directors are elected at the CGLQ's Annual General Meeting, in accordance with the organization's bylaws. Any CGLQ member may stand as a candidate.

What does the Board's treasurer do?

The treasurer oversees the organization's finances, prepares the financial reports, and manages the budget. Louis-Philippe Tremblay holds this position on the CGLQ Board. The secretary, for their part, prepares the meeting minutes and manages official correspondence, while the vice-president assists the president and acts in her absence.

What is the mission of the CGLQ Board of Directors?

The Board's mission is to ensure that the CGLQ fulfills its fundamental mandate: to defend, promote, and represent the rights of Quebec's LGBT communities and individuals. It makes sure that programs and positions reflect the community's needs and the directions set by the General Meeting, and it decides collectively in accordance with the bylaws.