Jim Temerty
Board Chair

Jim Temerty is an entrepreneur with over 40 years of business experience. Before establishing Northland Power in 1987, he had a successful career in computer-related companies, building the world’s largest chain of Computerland franchises and guiding Softchoice Corporation to its position as a leading North American provider of technology solutions and services.

Jim is also active in philanthropy, recently serving as chair of the board of governors of the Royal Ontario Museum. He was appointed a member of the Order of Canada in 2008.