Join Central 1’s Board of Directors
About Central 1
Central 1 empowers credit unions, other financial institutions and fintechs to deliver banking choice to Canadians. Bringing over 80 years of experience across Payments, Clearing and Settlement, and Treasury, Central 1 is trusted by more than 295 financial institutions to manage and move money securely and with confidence. Central 1 provides these services at scale for the credit union sector by collaborating with their clients to develop strategies, products, and services to support the financial well-being of its more than 5 million diverse Canadians.
Why join our board?
As a director, you’ll play a vital role in guiding Central 1’s strategy and governance. This is an opportunity to influence decisions that impact credit unions and financial services providers across the country.
Help shape the future of the credit union system and financial services in Canada. Nominations for the Central 1 Board of Directors are now open, and we’re inviting leaders to step forward.
Key dates
February 6, 2026
Submission deadline
March 17 – 31, 2026
Voting period
April 28, 2026
AGM
Who we’re looking for
Central 1 is currently inviting applications from a diverse range of outstanding business and board leaders with deep financial services, payments, treasury and technology experience and the proven ability to effectively guide a large-scale enterprise at a key time of growth and transformation to be considered for election for multiple Central 1 Board of Directors opportunities in the Spring of 2026.
Known for their strategic mindset, key market insights and networks, Central 1 Directors have an ability to see the big picture, ask strategic questions and analyze corporate strategies in the context of Central 1’s clear business objectives. Central 1 Directors are exceptional business leaders with strong strategic planning, business, financial and risk management acumen dedicated to acting in Central 1’s best interest with a view to its long-term sustainability.
We are seeking leaders with:
Strong financial services expertise
Corporate governance and prior board of directors experience
Transformational and growth leadership experience
A collaborative mindset and commitment to advancing the credit union sector
Next up
Now that nominations have closed, shortlisted candidates will be interviewed by the Nominations & Elections Committee.
A final shortlist of candidates will be provided in a voting package for delegates by March 17th, 2026. The voting period will close on March 31st.
The new Board of Directors will be announced at Central 1’s AGM on April 28, 2025.