John Bieker, PRP, GPC.D

Professional Registered Parliamentarian

Good governance doesn't happen by accident.

It's built through deliberate, fair, and transparent decision-making — the kind that earns trust, reduces conflict, and moves your organization forward. Whether you're a small non-profit or a large board navigating complex decisions, the way you govern matters.

I bring the expertise to transform how your organization makes decisions. My customized services delivers tailored solutions that sharpens decision-making, enhances transparency and accountability, and positions your organization for long term success.

The result? Governance that inspires confidence – not uncertainty

Our Services

Professional Registered Parliamentarians (PRP) are experts in Robert’s Rules of Order and meeting procedures. With my experience and expertise, I can assist your general meetings, board meetings, elections, and other events to be efficient, fair, and transparent. Services are customized to deliver maximum benefit for your organization.

Professional Presiding Officer

Expert leadership bringing calm, clarity, and confidence to any meeting environment.

Meeting Parliamentarian

Professional parliamentary guidance that elevates leadership and delivers successful meetings.

Governance Consulting

Strategic governance advice that empowers boards and improves organizational outcomes.

Bylaws

Strong bylaws create strong organizations. We make sure yours work for you.

Training Workshops

Dynamic, skills focused training that equips you with the tools for stronger meetings and better decisions.

Opinion Writing

Authoritative written opinions that provides clear and precise guidance for your toughest questions.

Meet John

John Bieker

John Bieker, PRP, GPC.D

Governance isn’t just what I do; it’s what I’ve built my career around. With my credentials as a Professional Registered Parliamentarian and a Governance Professional, I bring a rare combination of parliamentary and governance expertise to all my clients.

Qualifications

  • Registered Parliamentarian (PRP) – National Association of Parliamentarians
  • Governance Professional (GPC.D) – Governance Professionals of Canada
  • Bachelor of Arts, University of Victoria – Government & Political Science, and History

Experience

  • Chief Governance Officer for an Indigenous Government
  • Corporate Secretary and advising parliamentarian for an Indigenous Board of Directors
  • Clerk and advising parliamentarian for an Indigenous legislative body
  • Advising parliamentarian for annual general meetings of all sizes and formats (in-person, hybrid, online)

Awards and Speaking Engagements

      Awards
  • Governance Professional of the Year – Governance Professionals of Canada (2024)
    • Speaking Engagements
  • Panelist, "Challenges and Trends in Non-Profit Governance" – 2024 GPC Annual Conference
  • Facilitator, "Meeting Procedures - From Uncertainty to Clarity" - 2025 Local Government Management Association (LGMA) Corporate Officer Forum
    • Professional Leadership
  • President – Parliamentarians Association of British Columbia

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