The Strategic Projects Subcommittee identifies, investigates and initiates projects in support of the Collaborative Futures vision, Priority Collaboration Outcomes and the OCUL strategic plan. The subcommittee prepares proposals, recommendations and reports for the Collaborative Futures Steering Committee (CFSC). The subcommittee coordinates with OCUL and Collaborative Futures committees and working groups to oversee the development of project plans and scope and make recommendations on new working groups as needed.

Purpose

• Represent, to the best of their abilities, the views and interests of the OCUL member libraries.
• Prepare proposals, project charters and other documents with appropriate consultation.
• Monitor project progress and alignment with strategic focus.
• Report on recommended project progress and successes, and highlight any developing barriers or problems.
• Help to disseminate knowledge about strategic projects and the work of the Subcommittee.

Membership

• Three to five members (librarians and staff) from OCUL libraries; membership may be fluid to draw on specific expertise when required for projects.
  • A chair/co-chairs shall be recommended from the subcommittee members at the discretion of the standing subcommittee, and with the agreement of the CFSC.
• One OCUL ex officio member, either the OCUL Assistant Director, Collaborative Initiatives or designate. 

Membership is for a two-year period with opportunity for renewal. The subcommittee uses a staggered approach for recruiting new members to provide continuity of expertise.

Current members:

• VACANT – Chair
• Sarah Martin (University of Waterloo)
• Jennifer Browning (Carleton University)
• Wade Wyckoff (McMaster University)
• Anika Ervin-Ward (OCUL Assistant Director, Collaborative Initiatives) – ex officio

 
The Collaborative Futures Strategic Projects Subcommittee was established in August 2024; CFSP was previously the Collaborative Futures Shared Policy Subcommittee from 2019-2024.