CAPS BOARD OF DIRECTORS CALL FOR NOMINATIONS FOR 2025 NOMINATION FORM
Dear CAPS Member,
Our association’s success is dependent upon the contribution of our members. We are seeking
a dedicated, energetic and committed member in good standing to join the Canadian
Association of Professional Sommeliers (CAPS) Board of Directors to assist in the growth and
development of the organization.
Nominations are now being accepted for 2025-26 year. There are two seats available on the
12-person board and we will be voting in the new members at the Annual General Meeting
currently planned for March 25, 2025 from 11-12pm - in person at The Vintage Conservatory
King Street (224 King Street West, Toronto) as well as virtually over Microsoft Teams.
If you are interested in becoming a board member or would like to nominate someone for
consideration, please complete the form on the following page and submit via email by March 9
2025 to the vice-president Toni (williamson.toni@gmail.com) using subject line: CAPS 2025
Nomination Form.
Each member may nominate one candidate. The candidate requirements are listed below. The
time commitment for participation on the Board vary by portfolio and range, including committee
involvement and attendance at all Board meetings held throughout the year. The nominations
will be vetted by the nominations committee and qualified candidates’ profiles will be posted
prior to the AGM.
Requirements of Nominators: Member in good standing.
Requirements of Nominated Candidates: candidates put forward for nomination must:
I. Be members in good standing (25/2026 paid membership).
II. Be available to attend all meetings of the Board of Directors, a maximum of two
absences per year is permitted with reason.
III. Have a working knowledge of CAPS Ontario.
IV. Be available to work on at least one committee.
V. Work to build linkages and partnerships for the benefit of CAPS.
VI. Represent a segment of CAPS’ membership.
VII. Preference will be given to those who have demonstrated a history of involvement within
CAPS, through either committee work, program delivery or other CAPS activities.
You do not need to be currently working as a sommelier but must be a certified sommelier
(CAPS, CMS or WSET Diploma).
CAPS BOARD OF DIRECTORS
CALL FOR NOMINATIONS FOR 2025-26
NOMINATION FORM
Thank you for your interest and willingness to help continue to build CAPS and the profession of
Sommelier within the industry. If you have any questions, please feel free to contact
Yours truly,
VP, Chair, Nomination Committee
Board of Directors, Canadian Association of Professional Sommeliers, Ontario Chapter
BOARD MEMBER NOMINATION FORM
Nominator:
Nominee:
Title:
Organization:
Address:
Phone:
Email:
Which organization are you certified by?
Volunteer Experience: (please list any CAPS volunteer experience first)
Why do you wish to have your name stand for election to the CAPS Board of Directors?
Can you meet the requirements listed in the Requirements of Candidates (above)?
Identify three key areas the Board of Directors and the Association should focus on
for this coming year?