PICS is governed by the four-university Executive Committee, and is guided by the PICS International Advisory Board.
Executive Committee
The Executive Committee approves the PICS Strategic Research Plan and the overall policies, procedures and operating budget for fulfilling the institute’s mission. It also supports and advises the Executive Director in implementing the institute’s overall Strategic Plan (2017/2022).
The PICS Executive Committee includes the four Vice-President Research (ex-officio) from PICS’ four partner universities, the PICS Executive Director, and members from the BC Government, among others. The committee is chaired by the UVic Vice-President Research.
Executive Committee Board Members
Lisa Kalynchuk
Vice-President Research, University of Victoria (Chair)
Ian Mauro
Executive Director, Pacific Institute for Climate Solutions
Dugan O'Neil
Vice-President, Research and International, Simon Fraser University
Rachel Fernandez
Associate Vice-President Research and Innovation, University of British Columbia
Kathy Lewis
Acting Vice-President Research, University of Northern British Columbia
Jeremy Hewitt
Assistant Deputy Minister, Climate Action Secretariat, Government of British Columbia
Cynthia Milton
Associate Vice-President Research, University of Victoria
Lois Harder
Dean, Faculty of Social Sciences, University of Victoria
PICS International Advisory Board
The PICS International Advisory Board provides innovative perspectives and independent advice on the strategic relevance and operational efficacy of PICS research, engagement, and communication programs.
Board members include the PICS Executive Director (chair), one faculty member from each of the four PICS universities, one BC Government representative, and up to five members from the government/private sector and up to five from academia: the two latter groups can include recognized experts in climate change mitigation or adaptation from the provincial, national or international community.
Appointments are underway for this new advisory board.