Board of Directors Nominations 2025

May 1, 2025 - Jul 4, 2025

CFAS Board of Directors – Nomination Requirements

The CFAS Board of Directors is a strategic, governing body made up of dedicated volunteers who provide leadership and oversight to ensure the Society thrives and fulfills its mission. Board Members are responsible for upholding CFAS’s values, guiding its strategic direction, and supporting the success of its programs, events, and long-term vision.

Ideal Candidate Profile:

Candidates must demonstrate the following attributes:

• Commitment to CFAS’s mission and vision

• Strategic and critical thinking

• Strong communication skills

• Collaborative leadership and ability to work as a team

• Integrity

Governance Training Requirement:

All newly elected Board Members must complete a mandatory governance training course from Capacity Canada (paid for by CFAS). This provides a foundation for those who have never served on a Board before and is an excellent refresher on key principles of good governance for those with extensive Board experience.

• 10-week virtual program

• Approx. 3.5 hours/week (1 hour per module)

• Must be completed within the first year of tenure

• Certificate awarded upon successful completion

Board Term and Meeting Commitment:

• 3-year term: 2025–2028

• Board meets 4 times per year (1 virtual, 3 in-person -often 2 in Toronto; 1 at the Annual Meeting))

• Board Retreat every 2 years – next in February 2027

• Review of materials in advance of meeting is expected

Instructions

To apply: 

1. Start a new submission and fill in all the required fields

2. After you fill out the required fields, click submit. You will then be brought to a page where you can upload files.

3. Upload the following documents:

a. Required (in PDF format):

• The Board Directors Application Form in English or French.
• Your CV
• Your biography (max 250 words)

b. Optional (JPEG or PNG):

• A photo of yourself*
• Letters of support for your nomination ( max 3)

*Please note that should you provide a photo, you are consenting to the posting of the provided photo on the CFAS website and e-blast should you be elected for a position.

4. Submit your application by the deadline. Should you have any questions about the application process, do not hesitate to email communications@cfas.ca or call 514-300-1333.

Deadline: July 4th, 2025

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