Organismes sans but lucratif à Calgary

VOLUNTEER BOARD CHAIR PLEASANT HEIGHTS AFTER SCHOOL AccessHR is excited to partner with Pleasant Heights After School for the recruitment of a Board Chair to lead a 6-to-10-person, currently 6-member, volunteer board. ABOUT PLEASANT HEIGHTS AFTER SCHOOL Pleasant Heights After School (PHAS) is a nonprofit childcare organization serving 3 elementary schools in northwest Calgary. PHAS was one of the first organizations to provide before and after school care to children in the area, opening its first location in 1976. PHAS now has three locations operating out of King George School, Mount Pleasant Community Centre, and Panorama Hills School with more than 200 elementary school children in kindergarten to grade 6. Our dedicated and enthusiastic staff design and deliver innovative programs to support families and provide a safe, caring, and engaging environment. OPPORTUNITY HIGHLIGHTS The Board Chair plays a pivotal role in guiding the Board and the Executive Director of PHAS. The ideal candidate will have previous and/or current board and leadership experience along with a strong desire to contribute to a community organization. This role encompasses both operational and governance responsibilities, requiring a strategic and results-driven approach. Operational Oversight  Work closely with the Executive Director to deliver on operational plans and programming.  Participate in decision-making related to development and enhancement of programs and services.  Empower management team to address and resolve operational challenges and issues.  Ensure financial sustainability and adherence to financial policies. Leadership and Governance  Lead and empower the Board of Directors, fostering a collaborative and inclusive environment.  Ensure effective governance practices and adherence to bylaws, policies, and code of conduct.  Chair board meetings, encouraging open communication and constructive discussions.  Recruit, orient, and develop board members. Strategic Planning  Work with Board of Directors to develop a strategic plan for the organization.  Provide insights and guidance on long-term goals, ensuring sustainability and growth.  Monitor program effectiveness and work with Board to identify improvement opportunities. QUALIFICATIONS  Leadership: Leadership experience, preferably in a volunteer, nonprofit board setting.  Board Experience: Experience participating on a board, either paid or volunteer.  Finance: Business and financial acumen; expertise with budgeting and fiscal management.  Governance: Comprehensive understanding of governance principles.  Consensus Builder: Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills; ability to effectively communicate succinct initiative messages to multiple stakeholders and build consensus.  People Developer: Track record of strategically delegating responsibilities and fostering an empowering environment to maximize team potential and drive organizational success.  Strategic: Ability to think strategically and develop & execute long-range plans.  Community: Commitment to serving the community in alignment with PHAS’s Code of Conduct.  Change Management: Ability to navigate and lead through change, uncertainty, and unforeseen challenges. ASSETS  Volunteer or paid Board leadership experience.  Knowledge of legislation governing non-profit associations and childcare organizations. WHAT WE OFFER  Professional and leadership development opportunities.  Committed team of Board Members, managers, and front-line workers with diverse backgrounds.  Outstanding opportunity to grow your network.  Inclusive environment where innovative ideas are welcome.  Opportunity to lead Board through transition from an operations board to more of a governance/operations hybrid board. POSITION REQUIREMENTS  Evening availability to attend board meetings (9/year) and training.  Resident of Greater Calgary Metropolitan Area.  Successful completion of a Police Check and Vulnerable Sector Verification.  Willing to commit to a term of 2 to 3 years. Interested candidates are invited to apply with a cover letter and resume by email to recruiting@accesshrinc.com. Please indicate “Board Chair” in the subject line of your email. The position posting will close at 8:00 pm on February 12th, 2024. All applicants will receive a personalized response and candidates under consideration will be contacted directly. Please be advised that applications will be monitored daily, and interviews may be scheduled throughout the posting period. We encourage applicants from diverse backgrounds to apply as Pleasant Heights After School is committed to offering a diverse and safe workspace free from discrimination. All applicants are considered regardless of age, gender, race, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, and religious beliefs.

As the Cliff Bungalow - Mission Community Association (CBMCA), we endeavor to provide the leadership, support and resources to protect and enhance the unique and diverse natural, architectural, historical and social environment of Cliff Bungalow-Mission. ​CBMCA is a “village council” that engages residents in community life and protects the interests of the community to create a better quality of life for those who live and work in Cliff Bungalow-Mission.

The Calgary Society for Healthy Child Development is a charitable organization founded in 1998. We engage in activities that help families develop the skills they need to ensure their children grow up healthy and strong. Our Vision: All children achieve optimal development. Our Mission: The Calgary Society for Healthy Child Development seeks to increase awareness how parents, grandparents, extended family, and childcare providers can promote healthy childhood development, through the ages of birth to 6 years.

Grow Calgary is registered non-profit community farm dedicated to growing fresh produce for food insecure people in Calgary and surrounding communities. Along with donating our produce, we advocate for system-level change to address food insecurity in our communities and provide education on this issue as well as small-scale farm management. Our ultimate goal is to ensure that all residents of Calgary have consistent access to healthy, lo0cal food.

Calgary Housing Company provides safe and affordable housing solutions for low- and moderate- income Calgarians in need of non-market rental housing. We operate over 7,100 housing units and administer approximately 3,080 private landlord rent supplements. We meet tenant needs through our varied programs, which include: subsidized housing near market rentals (approx. 10% below market rates) rent supplements for tenants with private landlords Our building management strategy uses a “mixed income model” that combines below market rates with deep subsidies. By balancing the proportion of units within an individual building, Calgary Housing Company ensures that new affordable housing developments are financially sustainable while providing an inclusionary approach to housing where tenants of mixed financial means are blended together.

Black Pride YYC is a Calgary based 2SLGBTQ+ non- profit, volunteer-driven and community service organization providing support programs to the African, Black and Caribbean communities.

Sleep in Heavenly Peace is  Canadian non profit organization whose mission is to provide new twin beds or bunks to children who don't have beds of their own.  Each Chapter raises funds in their own cummunties by partnering with local groups, business and individuals to make sure these beds are hand built, out-fitted with new mattresses and bedding and delivered to children in need.  shpbeds.ca

The Terminator Foundation is a non-profit organization rooted in understanding the challenges individuals face with mental health and addiction. We champion individuals battling these issues using Activity Based Recovery Therapy (ABRT). Founder and CEO, Vanisha Breault initiated the first Terminator Foundation 5k run for Youth Addiction Awareness took place in 2015 and we are excited to celebrate our 10th Run this year. Taking a holistic and community-centered recovery approach, ABRT is an intensive 12 week program requiring athletes' dedication and full effort. Through the duration of the program, athletes amplify their physical strength while improving their mental and emotional resilience, building lifelong habits for a sustainable recovery. This revolutionary approach combats hopelessness, reduces withdrawal and relapse, strengthens both body and mind, boosts resiliency and teaches self-regulation.

At the Canadian Islamic Information Centre, we are a beacon of hope and support, committed to enriching the lives of individuals through a diverse array of services. Our mission is to empower our community through social activities, education, consultation, and spiritual healing, guided by a foundation of religious values. We believe in the transformative power of community engagement and are dedicated to providing spaces for entertainment and recreation that foster a sense of belonging and well-being. Our vision is to build a more connected, educated, and spiritually fulfilled community. We understand the importance of nurturing the mind, body, and soul, and our programs are designed to cater to these holistic needs. From educational workshops to spiritual healing sessions and recreational activities, every aspect of our centre is aimed at supporting personal growth and community development. We invite volunteers to join us in this journey of empowerment and growth. By becoming a part of our cause, you will not only contribute to the betterment of others but also experience personal enrichment. Together, we can create a nurturing environment that celebrates diversity, fosters learning, and promotes spiritual well-being.

Our Mission Statement Our objective is to assist and support patients, families and friends by informing, empathizing and reassuring men on their journey with prostate cancer. By sharing our experiences with our own cancer we lift our spirits and strengthen our resolve to fight for quality of life and a cure. We have 3 main objectives: • To provide peer-to-peer mutual support for men and their families on their journey with prostate cancer, • To increase public awareness and understanding of the disease, • To advocate for a strong provincial voice in matters relating to prostate cancer.

Street Sisters Society is 100% women powered. We work to provide vulnerable women in Calgary with basic life necessities. We provide connection, resources and hand up to those who need it most. We provide lunches, warm clothing, harm reduction supplies, bras and hygiene supplies while building up trust and connection.

Street Sisters Society is 100% women powered. We work to provide vulnerable women in Calgary with basic life necessities. We provide connection, resources and hand up to those who need it most. We provide lunches, warm clothing, harm reduction supplies, bras and hygiene supplies while building up trust and connection.