The Board of Governors is one of three bodies in Aurora College’s tri-cameral governance system, established in an amendment to the Aurora College Act. The three governance bodies are the Board of Governors (the Board), Academic Council and Indigenous Knowledge Holders Council.
The overarching responsibility of the Board is to establish and advance the long-term vision of Aurora College. It is also responsible for monitoring and driving successful implementation of the College’s vision, mission and values. The Board of Governors is responsible for oversight of College facilities, finances and risk management. It also serves in an intermediary role between the College and the Minister for Education, Culture and Employment.
The Board of Governors has an essential role in developing an arm’s length relationship between the Government of the Northwest Territories and Aurora College. The Board will ensure diversity in appointments, with competencies being the priority for appointments.
Board Members

Kenny Ruptash
Chair

Meike Cameron
Board Member

Grant Hood
Board Member

Ellice Schneider
Board Member

Debbie Dillon
Board Member
About the Board
The Board is comprised of a minimum of 14 members, including:
- 10 members recommended by the Board of Governors, five of whom must be Indigenous residents of the Northwest Territories;
- One instructional staff member nominated by instructional staff;
- One non-instructional staff member nominated by non-instructional staff;
- One student nominated by student council(s);
- Any other members the Minister believes would promote prescribed competencies;
- The President of Aurora College (as a non-voting member).
Board Information
| Date | Location | Agenda | Minutes |
|---|---|---|---|
| February 20, 2026 | Virtual | Agenda | Minutes |
| October 30, 2025 | Virtual | Agenda | Minutes |
| June 26, 2025 | Virtual | Agenda | Minutes |
| April 24, 2025 | Virtual | Agenda | Minutes |
| February 20, 2025 | Virtual | Agenda | Minutes |
| September 24-25, 2024 | Yellowknife | Agenda | Minutes |
| June 5-6, 2024 – | Inuvik | Agenda | Minutes |
| January 23, 2024 | Agenda | Minutes |

