What is the governance structure of the FNTC?

FNTC consists of 10 Commissioners including a Chief Commissioner and Deputy Chief Commissioner. Nine of the 10 Commissioners are appointed by the Governor-in-Council on the recommendation of the Minister. In accordance with the FMA regulations, an additional Commissioner is appointed by a non-government body.

All Commissioners hold office for no more than five years in a term. Commissioners may be reappointed. Three Commissioners must have direct taxpayer experience on reserve – one is a taxpayer using the reserve for commercial purposes; one is a taxpayer using the reserve for residential purposes; and one is a taxpayer using the reserve for utility purposes.

The Chief Commissioner serves full time, while the other Commissioners serve part time.