Board Directors (3)

Community Therapy Dogs Society (CTDS)

CRA Charity Number #81093 3770 RR0001

We are currently looking for 3 Board directors.

Want to join us in making a difference?

CTDS services Calgary and Area. Our goal is to foster a healthier community “Helping people, one dog at a time”. We provide care and support through animal-assisted interventions to individuals of all ages dealing with physical and mental health challenges. Our dedicated teams visit healthcare facilities, educational institutions, and senior homes.

Our Board Directors should be engaged and passionate about the organization mission.

Consideration will be given to nominees who provide a representative balance in the Society including member’s area of interest, field of expertise, professional experience, and geographical location. Welcoming diversity of all members, volunteers, stakeholders, clients/facilities, and community members.

1. Position Overview

• Role Title:
  1. Director at Large, representing Calgary (1)
  2. Director at Large, representing Strathmore/Langdon (1)
  3. Director at Large, representing Okotoks/High River/Nanton (1)
• Reports To: President/Board Chair
• Term Length: 2 years
• Commitment:
• Directors, Treasurer and Secretary shall serve a minimum term of 2 years from the date of their election. Directors may renew their terms every 2 years, or until their successors are elected or appointed.
• Board directors should be engaged and passionate about the organization mission. They should be ready to actively participate in the advancement of the organization (on average 5 to 10 hours/month).
• Participation in monthly virtual Teams meeting with the occasional in-person meeting (2-3 times/year).

2. Organization Overview

• Vision Statement:
  CTDS envisions improved quality of life in our communities through dog therapy.
• Mission Statement:
  CTDS adds value to people’s lives and enhances the well-being of our clients using positive interactions with our therapy dogs. We do this via our core programs delivered with communication.
• Core Values:
  Service – We are oriented to helping others and improving lives.
• Connection – We aim to foster strong relationships within CTDS, with external partners, and the broader community.
• Compassion – We want to come alongside people to offer support, strength, and companionship that helps them face whatever is in front of them.
• Commitment – We are dedicated to the well-being of our therapy dogs, volunteers and clients.
• Volunteerism – CTDS is volunteer-led and driven, embracing diversity of the communities we serve.

3. Responsibilities

• Provide strategic guidance and oversight.
• Ensure financial sustainability and fiduciary responsibility.
• Support fundraising and resource development.
• Advocate for the organization’s mission in the community.
• Participate actively in board meetings and committees.
• Oversee and work with the Operations Team

4. Desired Qualifications

• Leadership experience in the charitable and nonprofits sector.
• Strong network and willingness to leverage connections.
• Expertise in finance, legal, marketing, governance, secretariate.
• Commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion.
• Ability to dedicate time and resources to board duties.

5. Expectations

• Attend 10 board meetings per year.
• Serve on at least one committee.
• Must attend at least one (1) CTDS event per year.
• Participate in strategic planning and organizational evaluation.

6. Application Process

• Submit: Resume and cover letter outlining interest and qualifications.
• Deadline: Open.
• Contact: Dominique Racine, VicePresident@ctds.ca or Rob Bauhuis, President Rob@ctds.ca

7. Additional Information - visit www.CTDS.ca 

• Board members serve as ambassadors for the organization.
• Training and onboarding provided.