Governance Structure
Community-led governance ensuring Digital Trust Canada serves the needs of all Canadian organizations while maintaining independence and transparency
Governance Principles
Our foundation for transparent and effective leadership
Independence
Operating as a neutral, non-profit entity independent from any single organization or government body, ensuring unbiased service to all members
Representation
Diverse representation from public and private sectors, ensuring all voices are heard in shaping Canada’s digital trust infrastructure
Transparency
Open decision-making processes, public documentation, and regular reporting to maintain trust and accountability
Leading the Evolution
Transition Board (2024-2025)
Guiding Digital Trust Canada’s transformation from research laboratory to national infrastructure provider
Jack Noppé
Chair of the Board
Tech Industry Veteran
Leading the transition from DTLab to Digital Trust Canada with decades of technology leadership experience.
Marc-André Nadeau
Director & Treasurer
CEO, Digital Ubiquity Capital
Bringing financial expertise and strategic vision to ensure Digital Trust Canada’s sustainable growth.
Roch Charbonneau
Vice-Chair of the Board
CEO, Digital Impact Holdings
Driving digital transformation initiatives and fostering innovation in Canada’s trust ecosystem.
Established Leadership
Board of Directors (2024-2025)
Experienced leaders from across sectors guiding our strategic direction
Joni Brennan
Chair of the Board
DIACC
Leading digital identity and authentication initiatives across Canada.
Jack Noppé
Vice-Chair of the Board
ICTC
Technology leadership and innovation strategy expert.
Gassim Bangoura
Independent Director
Birks Canada
Bringing retail and consumer perspectives to digital trust.
Mathieu Desrosiers
Director
Desjardins
Financial services and cooperative movement expertise.
Jacques Latour
Director
CIRA
Internet governance and data infrastructure leadership.
Claude Perreault
Director
Levio
Digital transformation and consulting expertise.
Pierre Roberge
Director
Independent
Strategic advisor with deep technology sector experience.
Organizational Structure
How we organize to deliver on our mission
Transition Board
Strategic oversight and fiduciary responsibility
Composition
- 3 members leading the transition
- Mix of public and private representation
- Geographic diversity across Canada
- Term limits to ensure renewal
Responsibilities
- Set strategic direction
- Ensure financial sustainability
- Approve major policies
- Oversee executive leadership
Technical Advisory Council
Technical standards and architecture guidance
Composition
- Technical experts from member organizations
- Academic researchers
- International standards representatives
- Security and privacy specialists
Responsibilities
- Define technical standards
- Review architecture decisions
- Ensure interoperability
- Advise on emerging technologies
Member Assembly
Democratic participation from all member organizations
Composition
- All member organizations
- Equal voting rights
- Annual general meetings
- Special interest working groups
Responsibilities
- Elect board members
- Approve bylaws and amendments
- Provide input on strategic priorities
- Form working groups for specific initiatives
Policy Framework
Ensuring consistent governance and operations
Trust Framework
Defines trust levels, credential standards, and verification processes for all participants
Privacy Policy
Ensures data protection and privacy compliance across all operations and members
Technical Standards
Specifications for interoperability, security, and performance requirements
Membership Agreement
Terms of participation, rights, responsibilities, and benefits for members
Dispute Resolution
Fair and transparent processes for resolving conflicts between participants
International Standards
Alignment with global frameworks while maintaining Canadian sovereignty
Our Commitment to Transparency
All governance documents, meeting minutes, and policy decisions are publicly available. We believe open governance is essential for building trust in data infrastructure.
Quarterly Reports
Regular updates on progress, financials, and strategic initiatives
Public Consultations
Open forums for community input on major decisions
Annual Assembly
Yearly gathering for all members to shape our direction
Join Canada’s Digital Trust Community
Be part of a collaborative network bringing together public and private sector partners to address Canada’s digital trust challenges. Connect with organizations advancing verification, data sovereignty, and trusted data exchange.