33 Board Member jobs in Canada

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BOARD MEMBER
(This is a volunteer position)

The Board of Directors plays a vital role in promoting our vision and increasing mental health and addiction awareness in our community.

The Board meets monthly except for March, July, August, and December. Committee Meetings are held January, April, October and Board Meetings are held February, May, June, September, November on the third Wednesday of the month and are scheduled to run from 6:00PM to 8:00PM with a light supper provided if in-person otherwise held via MS Teams. Occasionally, additional Board meetings are required and are usually held via MS Teams meetings. The Board also has one evening (dinner) Board meeting (tbd).

Board membership is a voluntary and, therefore, unpaid activity. Legitimate expenses (mileage, meals, child-care etc. are reimbursed). If a Board member requires it, transportation is provided to Board events.

Must live at a primary permanent address in District of Municipality Muskoka or District of Parry Sound.

We welcome and encourage consumers and family members to apply. Education and training in Indigenous culture an asset.

Interested people are invited to reply in writing to:
The Nominating Committee
Canadian Mental Health Association, Muskoka-Parry Sound Branch
173 Manitoba Street, Suite 202
Bracebridge. Ontario P1L 1S3
Telephone: or ext. 1339 or ask for Jackie Vincent

Fax:
Online : CMHA MPS Careers

We thank all those who respond and advise that all will receive a reply.
Recovering and Thriving

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Board of Directors First Nations Youth

OFNTSC is seeking a First Nations Youth Board Director position. Youth between the ages of 18-35, from an Ontario First Nations community are eligible to apply.

Established in 1995, the Ontario First Nations Technical Services Corporation (OFNTSC) is a First Nation mandated technical service organization with the mission to help First Nations communities achieve technical self-reliance. The corporation provides technical advisory services to the 133 First Nations in Ontario in the eight core areas:

Water & Wastewater, Operations, Infrastructure, Housing, Fuel Systems Management, Fire & Safety, Environment, and Engineering.

Additionally, OFNTSC operates the following projects and initiatives: Circuit Rider Training Program, Asset Management, and Technical Career Youth Outreach to inform First Nations youth about the career opportunities available in the STEM fields.

The OFNTSC works closely and collaboratively with Indigenous Services Canada, the Canada Mortgage and Housing Corporation, Health Canada, Environment Canada, Public Services and Procurement Services Canada, Employment and Social Development Canada, Natural Resources Canada, Ontarios Ministry of the Environment and Climate Change, Ministry of Natural Resources and Ministry of Indigenous Relations and Reconciliation. Furthermore, the OFNTSC pursues strategic alliances with other First Nations organizations, provincial and municipal governments, professional associations, and the private sector. With its head office in Hagersville, Ontario (Mississauga of the Credit First Nation), the organization has three additional offices in Brantford, Atikameksheng (Sudbury), and Thunder Bay, Ontario. To learn more about OFNTSC, please visit:

The Board is committed to ensuring that its membership is representative of the First Nations that OFNTSC serves and diverse in terms of skills and perspectives. The Board is encouraging applications from citizens of First Nations in both Northern Ontario (i.e. citizens of Treaty 3 nations, Nishnawbe Aski Nation, Robinson Superior Treaty Nations, other Treaty 9 Nations, etc.) and Southern Ontario (i.e. Anishinabek Nation, members of the Association of Iroquois and Allied Indians, Robinson Huron Treaty Nations, Algonquins of Ontario, unaffiliated First Nations, and Large First Nations as defined by OFNTSC). First Nations women and men are encouraged to apply to offer a proper balance of genders on the Board. The OFNTSC Board meets at least four times yearly, and Members are expected to serve on at least one committee. Board Members receive an honorarium for meetings, and travel costs are reimbursed.

Governance Structure and Reform

In 2016, OFNTSC began the process of governance reforms to better position the corporation to serve the technical and engineering needs of its clients (First Nations and Tribal Councils in Ontario). Some of the governance reforms implemented include:

• Transitioning from a representative to a competency-based Board and establishing a director nomination process based on competencies, skills, and various diversity criteria, including gender;
• Ensuring governance incorporates First Nation values and knowledge systems;
• Instituting Leadership and Technical Advisory Committees to strengthen connections with First Nations and improve organizational effectiveness; and
• Establishing Board Committees for Audit and Risk, Governance and Nominating, Human Resources, and;
• Compensation and Technology matters to ensure that the best governance and oversight practices are in place.

To learn more about OFNTSCs governance and ongoing reforms, please visit:

Time Commitment:

The Board of Directors meets two to four (2-4) times per year. These meetings also include the four committees of the Board as to which the Board Chair will assign the successful applicant to. (Note: Board members typically sit on two Board committees.). Committee meetings typically last two hours and Board meetings consist of 4-7 hours of time per meeting.

Qualifications:

Currently, OFNTSC has 12 Board Member positions in total. The organization is currently seeking candidates interested in joining the Board and committing to a 1- to 3-year staggered term, with the possibility of renewal. Preference will be given to citizens of a First Nation in Ontario. Applicants who are not citizens of a First Nation in Ontario must be widely recognized as experts in their field.

Applicants who have some of the following competencies, skills, and experience are invited to apply:

• Expertise in water and wastewater.
• Expertise in First Nation infrastructure maintenance/construction/asset management.
• Expertise in environmental science/ management.
• Expertise in working with First Nations political leaders.
• Expertise in data management.
• Expertise and demonstrated success working and negotiating with Federal and Ontario government decision-makers.
• Expertise working for and in First Nation communities (i.e. Council and First Nation employees).
• Executive-level experience in research and developing technology.
• Experience overseeing strategic First Nations initiatives.
• Board Governance Experience.
• Knowledge of corporate legalities.
• Financial oversight expertise (preference to relevant AFOA Canada certifications and CPA).
• Information and Information Technology expertise.
• Knowledge of legal and fiduciary duties of directors is essential.
• Training and experience as a corporate director are preferred.
• First Nations Youth (ages 18-35) from an Ontario First Nations community.

*Priority will be given to First Nations applicants that meet the mandatory requirements.

Come join our Board of Directors!

Abi wiijiien ndo

wiiji-nakiindwin myaajiiging

Taskwatiathrhahs ne onkwentihkwa

n:ne iotehiahrntie!

At OFNTSC, we value diversity, equity and inclusion and strive to create a safe, respectful workplace. In accordance with OFNTSCs Accessibility Policy, the Ontario Human Rights Code , and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act , candidates may make a confidential request for accommodations during the recruitment and selection process. For a confidential inquiry or to request an accommodation during any phase of the recruitment and selection process, please contact Human Resources at , or by calling .

We thank all applicants, however only those receiving an interview will be contacted.

Job Description

Independent Director & Chair, Board of Directors

About Viamo
Viamo is a leading for-profit social enterprise using mobile technology to connect underserved communities across emerging markets with life-changing information and services. Since 2013, our platform has delivered health, agriculture, education, and civic content to over 3 million people annually, primarily via basic mobile phones and local language voice services. We operate in 20+ countries, partnering with NGOs, businesses, and governments to enable positive impact at scale. In the coming years, we aim to reach 100 million people with 1 billion monthly benefits by 2028.

The Role: Board Director & Chair (Chair is ideal, but not required)
We seek an independent board member to serve as Chair, bringing strategic vision, governance expertise, and deep understanding of platform business models in emerging markets. This leader will guide Viamo through our next phase of growth, support our executive team, and ensure our mission and values remain central as we scale.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and facilitate (or participate in, if not Chair) four board meetings annually, with additional committee and advisory engagements as needed
• Foster an environment of strategic challenge, CEO mentorship, and collaborative decision-making
• Guide Viamo's long-term strategy on platform development, market growth, and impact measurement
• Serve on at least one board committee (Audit, Compensation, or Impact) and support special initiatives
• Leverage networks to support executive recruitment and enterprise client development
• Champion diversity, equity, and inclusion at the board and organizational level

Term: 2 years, renewable
Compensation: Equity options
Application Deadline: November 30, 2025 (applications reviewed on a rolling basis)

Profile
Required:

• Current Canadian resident (ideal)
• Prior board experience (governance, strategy, or committee leadership)
• Success as a senior executive in a high-growth technology business
• Firsthand knowledge of Viamo's operating markets (telcos in emerging markets)
• Deep understanding of platform business models in emerging markets

We value a diversity of perspectives and encourage candidates from underrepresented backgrounds to apply, even if not every criterion is met. Please note that interviews will be done on a rolling basis and only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Viamo is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We value diversity and encourage applications from all candidates. We believe that diverse perspectives help our teams to create innovative solutions and understand our global clients' needs. In alignment with our values, we are committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse global workforce without discrimination.

Apply now with a CV and a short cover letter addressing:

• Your motivation for joining Viamo's board
• Your perspective on the most important trends shaping digital communication and connectivity in emerging markets over the next 35 years, and how Viamo can lead in amplifying impact.