Board of Directors

About Heritage Vancouver Society

Heritage Vancouver is a charitable non-profit organization that provides educational programming, raises awareness of critical heritage and urban-related themes, and shares public commentary on heritage and urban matters in Vancouver. Our work is values-based, community-based, knowledge-led, present-oriented, and independent. We act as facilitators, give voice to underrepresented communities and organizations, and actively push the boundaries of Vancouver's traditional heritage narrative.

The Opportunity & Focus Areas

We are seeking passionate individuals with a hands-on work ethic who want to contribute to a sustainable, leading non-profit organization in the heritage and arts & culture fields. We are specifically looking for individuals who can contribute 10 to 12 hours per month to the following areas:

• Organizational Strategy, Governance & Growth: Helping steer the society's future direction, driving long-term capacity building, and strengthening our internal operations. (Directors at large and Secretary of the Board)
• Fundraising & Development: Sponsorships, donor cultivation, grants, and corporate partnerships.
• Marketing, Communications & Social Media: Public engagement and building our digital presence.
• Community Engagement: Bringing lived experience and strong connections within Vancouver's diverse communities.

Qualifications

We welcome applicants with professional, academic, volunteer, or lived experience and a strong commitment to board governance and committee work.

Commitment & Expectations

Board directors are expected to engage respectfully in governance dialogues to ensure active participation.

Please review the expectations for Heritage Vancouver Society Board Directors:

☐ Alignment & Values: Support Heritage Vancouver’s independent work, core values, and guiding principles.

☐ Responsibility & Respect: Demonstrate personal responsibility, humility, empathy, understanding, and care for others to engage respectfully in heritage and governance dialogues.

☐ Availability and Participation: Commit to and participate in at least one board meeting and one committee meeting per month, plus additional projects or special events.

☐ Active Preparation: Review provided board documents, reports, and background materials thoroughly before scheduled meetings.

☐ Community Representation: Willingness to represent Heritage Vancouver in front of diverse communities and bring distinct perspectives to advance our mission.