Board of Director

Board of Directors – Call for Application Location: Peel Region | Vacancies: 4

“This place saved my life!”- former grateful youth

Are you passionate about making a positive impact on the lives of youth in your community? If so, we invite you to join us in supporting vulnerable youth in Peel Region.

Our Place Peel is a non-profit charitable organization that provides shelter, support and hope

for homeless and at-risk youth in the Region of Peel.

Founded in 1985, Our Place Peel is a registered charity, governed by a volunteer Board of Directors and actively serves Mississauga, Brampton and Caledon youth. Through our emergency shelters, transitional program, and community outreach services, we empower youth to take control of their lives, break harmful patterns and make a healthy new start. Joining the Board of Our Place Peel lets you make a real, life-changing impact on vulnerable youth in Peel Region. You’ll contribute your expertise in governance, finance, or community engagement while collaborating with a mission-driven team to shape the organization’s future. With a flexible commitment of just a few hours per month, you can help empower youth to take control of their lives and build a brighter future About the Commitment: The Board meets on the third Tuesday of the month from 6:30-8:30pm eight times per year, both virtually and select in-person meetings. Directors can be elected to the Board for a maximum of three consecutive two-year terms. This voluntary commitment involves:

• Attending and actively participating in an informed manner at Board, Committee, and Annual meetings

• Chairing or sitting on one of the two committees of the board.
• Committing to 3 – 4 hours per month, board members should expect 8 board meetings

per year plus committee meetings.
• Actively support Our Place Peel through time, talent or treasure.

We are particularly interested in candidates with experience serving on an NPO Board of Directors. Ideally, you bring a specific background in one or more of the following areas: Finance/Financial Literacy (CPA), Board Governance and/or Government Relations. If you are ready to take on a rewarding and challenging role, we invite you to apply to join our Board of Directors. We are seeking energetic, committed and collaborative individuals who reflect the community we live and/or work in. If you are interested in this opportunity, please submit a cover letter and resume to Christy Upshall, CEO at cupshall@ourplacepeel.org by November 21, 2025. Our Place Peel is an equal opportunity employer. Accommodation for disabilities will be provided to support participation in all aspects of the process upon request. We are also dedicated to providing an atmosphere free from barriers in order to promote equity, inclusivity and diversity.