Board of Directors

CALL FOR BOARD OF DIRECTORS

Organization Description

Urban Ink is seeking enthusiastic new Board Members to join our team for the 2025/26 season!

We are looking for Board Members who share our commitment to supporting Indigenous and diverse voices and encouraging collaboration, inclusion, and social change through challenging, thought-provoking, and groundbreaking productions. Based on the unceded territories of the xʷməθkʷəy̓əm (Musqueam), Skwxwú7mesh (Squamish), and səl’ilwətaɁɬ (Tsleil-Waututh) peoples, we support Indigenous and diverse artists, providing opportunities to those in our diverse community, while paving the way for new practices. We encourage you to join us If you are interested in being part of Urban Ink as we embark on an exciting new chapter of our history, are passionate about social change, and are committed to lifting voices through the performing arts.

Board Description

Urban ink is seeking expressions of interest from individuals for various positions on our Board of Directors. We seek candidates who are open to and respect Indigenized Practices as Urban Ink is engaged in new ways of working with an Indigenous lens.

We strongly encourage applications from individuals who are members of marginalized and/or underserved/underrepresented communities, especially those who identify as: Indigenous or people of colour, or people living with disabilities. We welcome those from diverse age groups, gender identities, and sexual orientations.

Responsibilities

We seek Board members that are committed to the following responsibilities:

1. Commitment to the mission, values, and work of Urban Ink;
2. Provide strategic leadership and fiscal stewardship to Urban Ink;
3. Connect Urban Ink’s leadership and the organization to the community, and prospective sponsors, donors and partners;
4. Attend scheduled board meetings as well as Annual General Meetings;
5. Contribute to various committee objectives;
6. Support productions and special events; assist in developing and maintaining positive relations among stakeholders and the community.

Qualifications

We are seeking Board Members who have skills or experience in some or any of the following areas:

• Finance and Accounting
• Human Resources
• Fundraising, Marketing, PR and Communications
• Arts Administration, non-profit governance, or a background in the Performing Arts

From the Board

“As a board member, I’m constantly learning from the diversity of perspectives that Urban Ink fosters while having a direct impact on advancing its mission to amplify Indigenous and diverse voices through transformative storytelling.”

— Lauren Duffy, Urban Ink Board Member

“I am deeply moved and inspired by the barrier-breaking work of Urban Ink. It’s not just about art; it’s about creating and giving space to the stories that need to be heard and celebrated. I’m honoured to be part of an organization that uplifts voices that reflect the rich, complex, and beautiful diversity of our communities.”

— Nick Peragine, Urban Ink Board Member

Commitment

Urban Ink will hold approximately six Board meetings a year, of about two hours each. In addition, members may expect to spend an additional two to four hours every other month on committee or working group activities or attending a performance or event. Directors shall be elected to one- or two-year terms, with eligibility for renewal.

How to Join Us:

Please apply by sending your resume and a brief cover letter introducing yourself and your intentions to Amy Cornish, Operations & Communications Manager, at operations@urbanink.ca with the subject line “Board Director” by January 30th, 2026.