Volunteer Board Director

Seniors First BC is seeking Board Members

Seniors First BC is a charitable, non-profit society that provides information, advocacy, emotional support, and referrals to older adults across BC who are dealing with issues affecting their well-being or rights. In addition, we assist those concerned about the welfare of an older adult.

We run the Seniors Abuse and Information Line, a Victim Services program, an Elder Law Clinic and other legal information and support services.

Our current strategic priorities include advancing systemic change to address the experiences of low income older adults in BC as well as enhancing our stability and long term capacity after the challenges of COVID. We seek to address the legal rights of seniors and elders through accessible legal information, referral as well as, whenever possible, legal advice and representation.

We are seeking new Board members to provide:

Insight based on professional and personal lived experience to support the leadership and excellent organizational decision-making

Knowledge of emerging issues faced by older adults of all cultural and linguistic backgrounds in BC; and

Thoughtful legal oversight responsibilities in support of a talented staff team.

To do this, we are seeking individuals with knowledge of seniors’ and elders’ issues in BC. We seek multi-lingual individuals with roots in a diversity of cultural communities, particularly BC’s First Nations, individuals living outside the Lower Mainland, and individuals who identify as LGBTQ2+.

Roles and Responsibilities:

Attend minimum of 9 board meetings annually, preferably all 12

Participate in the activities of 2 or more committees

Act in good faith, with integrity and in the interests of the purpose of the organization

Stay informed about the board governance role

Work as part of a collaborative Board team

Time Commitment:

Monthly 2 hour Board meetings

2 X Monthly one hour committee meetings

1-2 days of planning and Board development session

Occasional other tasks and advice as needed

Fundraising commitment:

All Board members join and remain a paid member of Seniors First BC ($10 annually)

Support strategic planning around revenue development

Support fundraising activities

Represent the organization publicly as appropriate

There is currently no requirement that Board members donate, but it is encouraged.