Events Committee

About

The Events Committee’s main responsibility is to shape the programming and logistics of CITT/ICTS’ annual Rendez-vous conference. The committee will identify session topics, training needs, coordinate logistics, and help to recruit and select speakers to ensure high-quality and engaging event. They will work with other board members, Executive Director and those local to the conference. Additionally, committee members may also be asked to provide strategic input on other events throughout the year, including but not limited to EXPO-SCÈNE and Zoom Information/Training Sessions, with the aim to enhance the overall programming and foster membership engagement.

The committee meets on a regular basis, with about one meeting every few months. That will increase to once a month as Rendez-vous approaches, or as deemed necessary. Meetings are via Zoom.

Chair: 

• Brianne Gwartz, CITT/ICTS Treasurer

Members:

• Peter Lyne, Director at Large
• Matt Lamarche, Director at Large
• Debbie Richardson, Director at Large
• Russell Martin, CITT/ICTS President
• Jacquie Lazar, Executive Director
• Eva Cherney
• Craig Alfredson
• Jamie Richardson
• Kevin Humphrey

Membership & Engagement Committee

About

The main responsibility of the Membership and Engagement Committee is to help to maintain and grow membership for CITT/ICTS. This committee plays a key role in developing strategies to attract new members while fostering a sense of belonging amongst current members. The committee with focus on enhancing member engagement by promoting participation in events and initiatives, promoting the benefits of being a CITT/ICTS member and ensuring member feedback, so that all members feel valued and connected. Through outreach and communication efforts, the committee aims to strengthen relationships within the community, ultimately contributing to a vibrant and active membership base.

The committee meets on a regular basis, with about one meeting every few months, or as deemed necessary. Meetings are via Zoom.

Chair:

• Debbie Richardson, Director at Large

Members:

• Autumn Coppaway, CITT/ICTS Vice-President
• Russell Martin, CITT/ICTS President

Communication & Advocacy Committee

About

The Communication and Advocacy committee main focus will be  on how best to engage with CITT/ICTS members  and how to encourage and foster  new connections. The committee will play an important role in ensuring that communications regarding activities and developments at the National Office and Board are effectively disseminated to CITT/ICTS membership and work towards creating new opportunities to engage with each other and the greater community. The committee will work with the Executive Director to identify and strategize the best use of available resources and/or tools to engage with the regional sections and individual members.

The committee will also continue to work towards understanding what advocacy means to the organization as a whole and what role CITT/ICTS plays in the industry as an advocate or in support of other industry advocates.

Through these efforts, the committee fosters a strong voice for the community, encourages engagement with members and enhances awareness of key initiatives within the sector and within CITT/ICTS.

The committee meets on a regular basis, with about one meeting every few months, or as deemed necessary. Meetings are via Zoom.

Chair:

• Crystal Lee, Director at Large

Members:

• Andrea Lundy, CITT/ICTS Secretary
• Russell Martin, CITT/ICTS President
• Peter Lyne, Director at Large
• Joshua C McIntosh, CITT/ICTS President-Elect
• Jacquie Lazar, Executive Director

Inclusion, Diversity, Equity and Accessibility (IDEA)

About

CITT/ICTS desires to be a diverse, equitable and inclusive organization and workplace where all members, volunteers and employees whatever their gender, race, ethnicity, national origin, age, sexual orientation or identity, education, socio-economic status, or disability, feel valued and respected. We recognize that Canada is a multicultural society and that our membership may include individuals from distinct cultural groups, and are committed to be a model of diversity and inclusion for the live performing arts industry.

The IDEA Committee serves as a strong voice in advocating for more equitable values and standards within CITT/ICTS. Our goal is to set a clear tone for IDEA following the AGM, fostering a shared sense of accountability and collective responsibility as we move into the year’s planning and strategy. With on-going collaborations and participation in USITT’s IDEA Committee, the committee continue to inform a roadmap for future programming and potential commissions, ensuring that our work remains connected to broader sector-wide initiatives.

August 2025 note: Details about upcoming meetings and participation in this Committee will be available later.

Chair:

• Crystal Lee, Director at Large

Members:

• Autumn Coppaway, CITT/ICTS Vice-President
• Russell Martin, CITT/ICTS President
• Peter Lyne, Director at Large
• Mimi Abrahams
• Jacquie Lazar, Executive Director

Finance

Chair:

• Brianne Gwartz, CITT/ICTS Treasurer

Members:

• Joshua C McIntosh, CITT/ICTS President-Elect
• Jacquie Lazar, Executive Director

Governance-HR-Nomination

Chair:

• Autumn Coppaway, CITT/ICTS Vice-President

Members:

• Russell Martin, CITT/ICTS President
• Joshua C McIntosh, CITT/ICTS President-Elect
• Andrea Lundy, CITT/ICTS Secretary