Board Member, Ontario Living Wage Network

Join the Board of Directors of The Ontario Living Wage Network

The Ontario Living Wage Network (OLWN) is seeking passionate and committed volunteers to join our Board of Directors.

The OLWN is the certifier of living wage employers in Ontario. We work with employers, local living wage networks, and community partners to advance fair wages and reduce working poverty across Ontario and Canada.

We are looking for individuals who are excited to contribute their skills, perspectives, and leadership to support our mission and strategic direction.

Who We’re Looking For

We are committed to building a diverse and well-rounded board that reflects the communities impacted by our work. We especially welcome applications from individuals who may help strengthen:

• Racial and cultural diversity, including Black, Indigenous, Latino, Asian, and other racialized communities
• Representation from persons with disabilities and individuals with lived experience navigating accessibility barriers
• Experience in technology, local government, education, media, HR, communications, public policy, labour, nonprofit leadership, finance, fundraising, legal, or governance (those bolded are current higher need areas for us)

We encourage applications from people of all backgrounds, identities, and lived experiences.

Board Member Responsibilities

Board members are expected to:

• Support the vision, purpose, and strategic direction of Living Wage Canada
• Attend and participate in board meetings (approximately every other month)
• Review materials in advance of meetings
• Contribute to organizational planning and budgeting discussions
• Maintain confidentiality and uphold respectful, collaborative governance practices

This is a volunteer position. Anticipated time commitment of 3-5 hours per month.

Orientation and Support

New board members will receive:

• Board bylaws and policies
• Access to recent board meeting materials
• An orientation and Q&A opportunity with staff
• The option to attend a board meeting as a guest before joining

How to Apply

Please submit:

• A brief expression of interest
• Your resume or CV

Applications can be sent to: applications@ontariolivingwage.ca by November 20, 2026

Please include “Board of Directors Application” in the subject line.

Applications will be reviewed based on the current needs and composition of the board. Selected applicants may be invited for a conversation with current board members.

We thank all applicants for their interest in supporting Living Wage Canada.