Daniel Dine, FCIA(2016)

Position statement

I am seeking election to the CIA Board because I care deeply about the future of the profession and the role the CIA plays in the Canadian financial ecosystem, particularly in earning and maintaining public trust. Actuarial work continues to expand in scope and visibility, and the decisions the Board makes today will shape how actuaries are prepared, supported and perceived for many years.

With extensive experience in pensions and investments in the Atlantic Canadian region, I approach leadership with a strong belief in collaboration and constructive dialogue. I believe boards are most effective when directors bring different perspectives, listen carefully and work together to find common ground. Good governance is less about individual voices and more about alignment between strategy, standards and the profession’s broader responsibilities.

Education is one area where this perspective is especially important, and one I have seen firsthand through my service on the Education and Qualification Council and as Chair of the Education Committee. The successful implementation of the CIA education system is a major achievement, but its long-term success depends on how well it is understood, supported and championed by members, employers and future actuaries. Education is not only about qualification; it plays a central role in shaping professional identity and reinforcing trust in the CIA. One of the Board’s most important responsibilities is stewardship of the systems that shape whom actuaries become, not only at qualification but throughout their careers.

This perspective also shapes how I see the CIA’s broader role. The CIA helps reinforce confidence among members in the value of their profession, among employers in the judgment and professionalism of actuaries, and among external partners that actuarial work serves the public interest. Maintaining that trust requires focus and consistency, along with a willingness to listen carefully to diverse views across the profession while keeping long-term goals in sight.

Serving on the CIA Board matters to me because I am motivated by helping organizations work through change in a thoughtful and deliberate way. I value environments where strong debate is encouraged, decisions are grounded in shared purpose and outcomes matter more than the process. I see the Board as a place where collaboration and good judgment are essential, particularly when navigating complex issues that affect members and the public alike.

If elected, my goal would be to contribute as an engaged and pragmatic director who supports the Board in working effectively as a team. I would bring extensive experience, perspective, and a steady focus on the long term, with the goal of helping the CIA continue to strengthen the profession and remain a trusted institution that protects the public interest.