Board of directors

The members of the Council are first and foremost women, activists and must recognize that nothing justifies sexual assault. They must show respect and confidentiality to women who are victims of sexual assault. They must respect the philosophy and work structure of Northern lights* CALACS Baie-Comeau. They must also establish within meetings with other members of CALACS, an atmosphere of respect, mutual aid, honesty and sharing of power. The members forming the board are elected at the Annual General Meeting.

Update: 2026-03-23 (We are seeking candidates to fill a board vacancy.)

President  
Émilie Bellemare
conseildadministration@lumiereboreale.qc.ca 

Vice-President
Laury Boulianne
conseildadministration@lumiereboreale.qc.ca 

Treasurer
Mélanie Morin
conseildadministration@lumiereboreale.qc.ca 

Secretary (non-voting)
Nathalie Boudreault
conseildadministration@lumiereboreale.qc.ca 

Board member from the staff team
Alexandra Paradis 
conseildadministration@lumiereboreale.qc.ca 

Administrator
Jessy Girard
conseildadministration@lumiereboreale.qc.ca 

Administrator

conseildadministration@lumiereboreale.qc.ca 

Ex officio member
Coordonnatrice (Coordinator)
Nathalie Boudreault
coordonnatrice@lumiereboreale.qc.ca 

The Importance of Participating on the Board of Directors

The Board of Directors plays a pivotal role in shaping the strategic direction and governance of our organization. It is the space where key decisions are made, priorities are established, and our feminist and intersectional values are transformed into meaningful collective action.

As an autonomous feminist community organization, we believe that the active participation of our members is essential to ensuring that our leadership reflects the diversity, strength, and lived realities of the women and people we serve. Your presence at the table strengthens our capacity to advocate, resist, and build alternatives grounded in social justice.

By joining the Board of Directors, you contribute to:

  • Strengthening our collective voice in advocating for women’s rights, gender equity, and social transformation.
  • Ensuring transparency, democratic participation, and accountability in the management and development of our organization.
  • Influencing policies, orientations, and priorities that have a direct impact on our mission, our programs, and the communities we reach.
  • Building and sharing leadership skills, while gaining valuable experience in feminist governance, collaboration, and collective decision‑making.
  • Fostering solidarity and mutual support among women and gender‑diverse people committed to transformative change.
  • Ensuring that our perspectives remain rooted in intersectionality, recognizing how different systems of oppression shape our experiences and our advocacy.

Your experience, perspective, and commitment are invaluable. Whether you are a longtime activist, a community volunteer, or someone newly engaged in feminist organizing, your contribution can make a meaningful and lasting difference.

We warmly invite you to consider this opportunity to help shape the future of our organization. If you have questions or would like to learn more about the role, responsibilities, or support provided to board members, please feel free to contact us at any time.

Together, let’s continue to build a strong, inclusive, and visionary feminist organization—one that reflects who we are, what we believe, and the future we want to create.