Peg City Car Co-op is holding its Annual General Meeting on Thursday, April 10th, from 6:00 to 8:00 pm at the Centennial Concert Hall. The AGM is a chance for Peg City members to get an annual report from our CEO, meet the Peg City Board and Staff, ask questions, and vote on any special resolutions.
Peg City members, investors, and community partners can attend in person and online. We’ll gather in the Sound Bites Room on the lower level of the Manitoba Centennial Concert Hall (turn left and take the stairs down from the front vestibule). If you’d prefer to attend online, we’ll send you a link to log on and listen. Virtual attendees may ask questions during the Q&A but will not be able to vote on special resolutions.
While all Peg City Car Co-op users are welcome to join, only shareholding members can vote or join the board.
Accessibility Notes
The Manitoba Concert Hall and Sound Bites Room are accessible by wheelchair. The elevator can be accessed from the Concert Hall’s front foyer. Washrooms are fully accessible and close to the meeting room. Auto-transcribed closed captions will be available via the virtual Zoom Webinar and projected in the physical AGM space.
If you or another requires other accessibility accommodations, please send us an email in advance.
Annual General Meeting Documents
You are invited, but not required, to review the following documents to prepare for the AGM.
- Last year’s minutes, to be approved at this year’s AGM
- Audited financials from the 2024 fiscal year
- Agenda for this year’s AGM
- Special Resolutions to be voted on at the AGM
Board Elections
Board elections will take place online from March 22nd until April 5th.
An elected board of eight directors governs Peg City Car Co-op. There are four seats up for election this year, with three incumbents seeking re-election and one vacant seat.
As a cooperative organization, Peg City believes that a board should reflect the diversity of our membership. We are particularly interested in candidates with experience in finance law and/or business technology.
Without further ado, this year’s nominees are…
Incumbents
Incumbents are existing board members seeking reelection.
Board position: Member at large
Board tenure: Two years
Jared Kozak is a Métis entrepreneur and the founder of Move Right, a software platform that powers moving companies across North America. With over seven years in the tech industry, he specializes in technical leadership, data-driven decision-making, and scalable feedback systems to optimize operations and improve user experiences.
Jared is a strong advocate for sustainable urban mobility. He believes that Peg City Car Co-op is crucial to reducing Winnipeg’s reliance on private vehicle ownership. He’s served two years on the board so far. He hopes to continue leveraging his data and technological expertise to help Peg City enhance its member experience, optimize fleet efficiency, and promote sustainable growth.
Board position: Co-chair
Board tenure: Two years
After moving to downtown Winnipeg and joining Peg City Car Co-op in 2022, Allie joined the Board in January 2023. A proud member of the Métis community and a labour and employment lawyer at MLT Aikins, Allie completed her Juris Doctor at the University of Manitoba in 2021. Before attending law school, Allie went to St. John’s University on an athletic scholarship, obtaining her Bachelor of Science in 2018. She enjoys playing soccer and spending time with friends and family in her spare time.
Allie joined the Peg City Car Co-op Board because she believes in the organization’s mission and focus on sustainability. She’s sat on Peg City’s Board for two years and is excited to continue serving on the board as the organization grows.
Board position: Treasurer
Board tenure: Six years
Riel joined the Peg City Car Co-op board in the spring of 2019 and has held the role of Treasurer for the past several years. Riel is a chartered professional accountant and a member of the Métis community. He’s worked as an internal auditor for IG Wealth Management for over 10 years. When Riel first joined the board, he did so because he felt connected to Peg City’s purpose. With so much accounting experience under his belt, Riel has enjoyed learning more about the organization and carsharing industry. He looks forward to continuing for another term.
New Candidates
New candidates have not yet served on the board but hope to begin.
Laurence Duthoit is a Chartered Professional Accountant (CPA) with over 10 years of experience in finance. She specializes in auditing, financial reporting, and project management. She works with cooperatives and nonprofits to enhance financial governance and operational efficiency. A dedicated volunteer, Laurence is passionate about sustainability and aims to support Peg City Car Co-op’s mission through strong financial oversight.
Paul Dyck has over 12 years of experience in carsharing and shared mobility, including developing carshare technology used worldwide. Currently working with Uber’s Global Support organization, he focuses on scaling customer service operations. Paul’s deep knowledge of the sharing economy and cooperative business models makes him excited to contribute to Peg City Car Co-op’s growth and innovation.
Cory Gergulich operates a financial planning practice and brings nine years of experience in business development, leadership, and governance. He has served as President of Advocis and Treasurer of the Old St. Vital Biz. After moving downtown, Cory discovered Peg City Car Co-op and was drawn to its sustainable mission. He hopes to bring his financial expertise and leadership skills to help the co-op thrive and grow.
Maurice Mierau is a senior account manager at a local IT company with expertise in business development, negotiation, and customer engagement. He has served on the League of Canadian Poets Board, the Winnipeg Jazz Festival Board, and the board of the Manitoba Writers Guild. A committed environmental advocate and Peg City Car Co-op member, Maurice is eager to apply his business and governance skills to support the co-op’s mission.
Anna Schmidt is a retired educator and former Manitoba Public Service leader, who has held various director-level positions. With extensive experience in policy development, grant program management, human resources, and budget oversight, Anna is a strong team builder and strategic thinker. She has facilitated vision-setting and strategic planning for diverse groups, led significant organizational changes, and chaired national working groups. A founding member of both the Adult Secondary Education Council and WAVE, an employee resource group for 2SLGBTQIA+ public servants, Anna has a deep commitment to community building and inclusion. Since relocating in 2020, she has been a dedicated Peg City Car Co-op member. She sees carsharing as a practical solution to combat climate change and improve urban living.
Illia Tishchenko holds Master’s degrees in Law and Economics and has a governance, legal compliance, and nonprofit management background. Currently, he works as an Associate Coordinator for a nonprofit, leading volunteer engagement and community partnerships. Illia is passionate about sustainable urban development and looks forward to contributing his strategic planning and risk management expertise to Peg City Car Co-op.
All shareholding members of Peg City Car Co-op will receive an email from Simply Voting with a direct link to cast your ballet.
