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Our Board Members

Guiding the direction of the CAG

Board Executive

The Board of Directors of the Canadian Association of Geographers (CAG) provides strategic leadership, governance, and oversight for the organization. Comprised of elected officers and representatives from across Canada, the Board reflects the diversity of the geographic community, including scholars, educators, students, and professionals working in public, private, and non-profit sectors.

The Board is responsible for guiding the Association’s mission to advance the study and application of geography, promote research and education, and support a national network of geographers. Through collaboration with committees, regional divisions, and members, the Board ensures that the CAG remains responsive to emerging social, environmental, and scientific challenges.

Key responsibilities of the Board include setting organizational priorities, supporting conferences and initiatives, recognizing excellence in geography, and fostering equity, diversity, inclusion, and accessibility within the discipline

Susan Elliott
President (2024-2026)

University of Waterloo

Evan Cleave
Vice-President (2025-2026)

Toronto Metropolitan University

Derrek Eberts
(2023-2026)

Luther College, University of Regina

Regional Division Representatives

Peter Bush
Atlantic Division President (2025-2027)

Saint Mary's University

Jennifer Mateer
Prairie Division Representative (2025-2027)

Brandon University

Étienne Gariépy-Girouard
Québec Division President (2025-2028)

Université du Québec à Montr

Shannon Fargey
Western Division President (2025-2027)

University of Victoria

Board Members

Christopher Hewitt
(2023-2026)

University of Western Ontario

Deondre Smiles

(2023-2026)

Jenna Dixon
(2024-2027)

University of British Columbia 

Ben Woodward
Anglophone Student Councillor (2025-2027)

University of Waterloo

Francophone Student Councillor
(2026-2028)
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