Committee Appointees

Join a Committee with the College of Dietitians of Ontario

Serving on one of CDO’s committees is a rewarding experience and an opportunity to provide a meaningful contribution to regulating the Ontario dietetic profession in the public interest.

Committee appointees are both dietitians and members of the public with specific skills, knowledge and experience, who bring their insights and expertise to help develop policies for the delivery of safe, ethical, and high-quality care. They also help make decisions about applicants and registrants in quality assurance, registration, and complaint processes.

The Committee Competency and Attribute Framework identifies the skills, knowledge, experiences and backgrounds needed by each committee to effectively serve its mandate.

Committee appointees are remunerated in accordance with the honoraria policy for preparing for and attending meetings. In addition to meeting the time commitments, committee appointees are required to attend training sessions as needed.

If you are interested in using your knowledge and skill in the interest of public protection, consider applying as a Committee Appointee. 

To learn more about CDO committees, including a detailed overview of the role and time commitment, eligibility requirements, and application instructions, see the CDO 2026 Committee Appointee Guide.

Committee Appointee Position Summary

To contribute meaningfully as a committee member, you will:

  • Serve on one to two committees.
  • Review materials before meetings.
  • Attend meetings.
  • Learn and follow the legislation, terms of reference, regulations, bylaws, and policies.
  • Learn and follow committee requirements, mandate, policies and rules.
  • Contribute to deliberations and proceedings.
  • Listen to and respect the opinions of others.
  • Raise issues in a respectful way and encourage open discussion.
  • Exercise judgment by raising concerns, taking an independent stand or sharing alternative ideas.
  • Participate in orientation and educational activities.
  • Participate in committee evaluations.

Committee appointees are appointed for a three-year term and are eligible for an additional three-year appointment.  

Application Process

Registrants who are interested in applying to become a committee appointee are required to:

Applications and resumes should be submitted by May 1, 2026 to info@collegeofdietitians.org.

All applications are screened for completion and initial eligibility requirements. Eligible individuals will be invited to an interview.

The Board approves committee appointments at its June meeting. Individuals who have applied for a committee appointment will be notified after the meeting.

Appointed Committee Members

  • Antonia Morganti, RD
  • Arundhati Joshi, RD
  • Barbara Grohmann, RD
  • Barbara Major McEwan, RD
  • Donna Hennyey, RD
  • Gina Carvalho, RD
  • Hannah Chan, RD
  • Heather Barron, RD
  • Helen Tomalik, RD
  • Holly Axt, RD
  • Julie Slack, RD
  • Laura Bjorklund, RD
  • Michelle Fedele, RD
  • Sasha Miles, RD