Volunteers – Board of Directors
Call for Volunteers - For Board Committees
CLTO is governed by a volunteer Board of Directors that is primarily a “governance” body responsible for: safeguarding the mission, vision, and values of the organization, setting its strategic direction, overseeing the provision of its finances, and meeting the needs of its stakeholders.
The Board carries out its responsibilities through its Standing Committees (currently Executive, Governance, Government Relations, Finance and Audit, Real Estate, and Service Excellence) and several Ad Hoc Committees (which are used as needed for specific initiatives/projects). Committees are made up of Board members and other volunteers.
Volunteer members of the Board and its Committees are sought with a variety of experience to achieve the diversity of thought, skills, and stakeholder perspectives needed to fulfill relevant mandates. We are currently seeking volunteers for several Committees, who may have a longer-term interest in serving on the Board of Directors.
Current Openings
Volunteers for non-Board members on committees
Finance and Audit Committee
Our Finance and Audit Committee is responsible for assisting the Board in achieving its fiduciary responsibilities by providing additional Board oversight of Community Living Toronto’s (CLTO) finance and business affairs. It is currently seeking volunteer members with a strong background in finance and accounting, audit, business, government services, and/or non-profit organizations.
Governance Committee
Our Governance Committee is responsible for identifying continuing opportunities to improve the Board’s ability to meet its governance obligations, to continue developing the Board’s skills, abilities and diversity, and to identify, recruit, prepare and recommend candidates for appointment to the Board of CLTO and its committees. It is currently seeking volunteer members with a strong background in governance, executive management, and/or Board experience.
Government Relations Committee
Our Government Relations Committee is responsible for assisting management and staff in the development of communication strategies to educate members of government about the developmental services sector. It is currently seeking volunteer members with a strong background in government affairs, stakeholder engagement, and/or policy.
Real Estate Committee
Our Real Estate Committee is responsible for supporting and advising on a strategic plan, frameworks, development, and management of CLTO’s real estate portfolio. It is currently seeking volunteer members with a strong background in real estate, development, and/or partnerships.
Service Excellence Committee
Our Service Excellence Committee is responsible for providing the Board with line-of-sight into key measures of service excellence, service quality, and outcomes and experiences of people we support and their families. It is currently seeking volunteer members with a strong background in quality and operational risk management, and/or service excellence.
Interested — or know someone who would be a great fit?
If you have any of the skills referenced above, can recommend someone to serve on one of our committees, or need further information about this Call for Volunteers, please get in touch.
Who we're looking for
General Requirements
Eligibility
At the time of their election or appointment, committee volunteers:
Are interested in the work of CLTO and the developmental services sector
Are not employees of CLTO, Community Living Ontario or its Community Councils, or Inclusion Canada
Are over the age of eighteen (18)
Qualities and personal attributes
Beyond eligibility, we look for people who bring the following to the committee table:
Community service
A positive track record of service in the community.
Interpersonal skills
Working co-operatively and communicating effectively with committee members and senior management.
Strategic thinking
A commitment to strategy — providing wise counsel and asking relevant questions at a strategic level.
Integrity and judgment
Personal and professional integrity and informed judgment.
Enthusiasm
Genuine enthusiasm for the role and its demands.
Time commitment
Ability and willingness to prepare for and participate in meetings, continuing education, and selected events.
Confidentiality
Commitment to comply with conflict-of-interest and confidentiality policies.
Remuneration: This is a volunteer role. No remuneration is paid for service on the CLTO Board and its Committees.
General Selection Process
How applications are reviewed
All applications will be reviewed by the Governance Committee of the Board. While we thank everyone for their interest, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
Accommodation and alternative formats
Anyone with a disability who needs accommodation in the nomination process, or who needs this Call for Volunteers in an alternative format, should contact Julia Silani, Manager, Executive Office.