Shape the Direction of Your Association
Your Association is only as strong as the members who shape it. OPA’s Board of Directors guides advocacy efforts, influences key decisions, and represents the interests of pharmacy professionals across Ontario, and every Director is chosen by members like you. Whether you put your name forward as a candidate or take a few minutes to cast your vote, getting involved in the election process is one of the most direct ways to shape the future of your profession and your Association.
Congratulations to Our Newly Elected Board Members
OPA is pleased to congratulate the two Directors elected by members in the 2026 Board Election:
- Nardine Nakhla
- Mike Cavanagh
Nardine and Mike joined the 2026–2027 Board of Directors, which was formally introduced at the Annual General Meeting on June 17, 2026. We look forward to the experience and perspective they bring to the Board on behalf of members across the province.
Thank You to All Who Ran and Everyone Who Voted
Thank you to all nine members who put their names forward in 2026. Running for the Board takes time, commitment and a deep passion for the profession, and each candidate helped make this a meaningful election for members across Ontario.
We also extend our sincere thanks to every member who took the time to learn about the candidates and cast a ballot. 2026 marked the first election under OPA’s new Generally Elected Director model, giving all eligible voting members a say in every open Board position. Your participation made that a success.
Our 2026 candidates were:
- Veneta Anand
- Mike Cavanagh
- Brent Choi
- Ramon Goomber
- Sherif Guorgui
- Nardine Nakhla
- Smita Patil
- Hassin Saleh
- Sean Simpson
Stay Tuned for Upcoming Board Elections
Information about the next OPA Board Election, including the call for nominations, key dates and how to get involved, will be shared on this page and by email to eligible voting members.
In the meantime, make sure the email address in your member profile is up to date so you don’t miss important election communications, and start thinking about whether you, or a colleague you admire, could bring your voice to the Board.
What’s New in 2026
Following by-law changes approved at the 2025 Annual General Meeting, Board Director positions are transitioning to Generally Elected Directors.
This means Board Directors will now be elected by all eligible OPA voting members, rather than being tied to a specific region. The transition will take place gradually as current Board members complete their terms and positions become available for election.
As a result, all eligible voting members can vote for all open Board positions, expanding participation and ensuring a more unified, province-wide voice in OPA leadership.