Mishall RehmanSolidifying its history of giving women opportunities and roles at all levels, Commissionaires appointed its first woman CEO of a Commissionaires Division this month.
Monique Goffinet Miller, an RCMP spouse, was appointed as CEO of Commissionaires South Saskatchewan Division on July 12. She succeeds LCol. (Ret’d) Colin King.
In 1952, Commissionaires welcomed its first female, LCol. Mary Dover, as a member of a Commissionaires Board. Twenty years later, Audrey Morton became the first woman commissionaire on June 30, 1972.
“Monique is an inspiring and visionary leader – I’m thrilled to welcome her to this critical position,” said Mark Watson, Chief of Staff. “As a mother, RCMP spouse and entrepreneur, her ideals of caring for employees, partners and clients, and giving back to the community will make a big difference.”
Opportunities for Women
In 1952, Commissionaires welcomed its first female, LCol. Mary Dover, as a member of a Commissionaires Board. Twenty years later, Audrey Morton became the first woman commissionaire on June 30, 1972.
Since then, women have served at all levels, from security guards, supervisors, trainers, finance officers, directors, and governors.
The company especially prides itself as an employer who understands the employment challenges military spouses face. According to Commissionaires, “Because we were founded on the core military values of dedication, responsibility and sense of mission, we aim to offer military spouses a stronger, supportive environment where they can thrive.”
As an employer, Commissionaires offers:
- Flexibility, with part-time and casual job opportunities across Canada;
- Portability, employers can work in 1,200 communities across the country;
- Stability, employment may be available in the same location as a spouse, a variety of roles and growth;
- A workplace with other veterans and military spouses.
According to a Commissionaires press release, “Career pursuits have brought the Goffinet Miller family to many different postings including the Okanagan, Northern British Columbia, Victoria, and Regina. Through these experiences, Monique recognizes the benefits and unique expertise military and RCMP family members and spouses bring to Commissionaires.”
A Visionary Leader
Miller comes into her role with a great deal of experience in leadership, tourism, and government. She has previously worked as CEO at Saskatchewan’s Provincial Capital Commission, worked at both SK and BC Government Houses and the BC Legislature.
Commissionaires’ first female CEO also has experience in public relations, television, and radio broadcasting.
Other notable roles she has worked or served in include:
- South Saskatchewan Division Board Governor since 2018
- Executive Director since February 2022
- Canadian Capital Cities Organization Treasurer
- Member of the Saskatchewan Committee of the Last Post Fund
- Royal United Services Institute Board member.
She earned the Diamond Jubilee Medal after serving as the Monarchist League of Canada’s Victoria branch Chair from 2011 to 2016.
“I am honoured to become CEO at this exciting moment in Commissionaires’ history as we approach the centenary,” said Monique. “I look forward to expanding our contributions to the security world alongside a very talented leadership team.”
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