Volunteer Board of Director

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Edenwood Seniors Village Inc 3061 Battleford Road, Mississauga, On L5N6R7

January 5, 2026

Opening: A Volunteer Board of Director

Edenwood Seniors Village Inc. (Edenwood), located at 3061 Battleford Road in Mississauga is seeking an engaged and committed individual to serve on its Board of Directors. Edenwood is a Non-Profit organization delivering safe and affordable housing to seniors. Edenwood is an independent living project comprised of seventy-seven affordable market and rent-geared-to-income units, with a volunteer Board of Directors, which is responsible for the governance of the corporation. The Edenwood Board of Directors is seeking one new Board member who has a strong sense of volunteerism, and who demonstrates knowledge and experience in, but not limited to, the areas of community and/or non-profit housing and property management as well as resident engagement. Experience working with seniors is a considerable asset. Edenwood serves a diverse client base and welcomes applications that reflect our residents. Directors hold office for a 2-year term after which they may express interest in continuing for further terms. Working collaboratively with the Management Team, the Board is actively involved in setting yearly goals for the organization based on the vision and mission of the organization. Board and committee meetings are generally held bi- monthly on the first Monday evening of the month both onsite at 3061 Battleford Road, Mississauga and virtually except for July, August, and December.

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Principle Duties: The following are expected of individual Directors:

1. Preparing for board meetings by reading monthly Board packages and becoming informed on subject matters to enable active participation in Board discussions and decisions. Bringing issues up through the proper channels.

2. Attending and participating in regular (monthly/bi-monthly) and

special meetings of the Board of Directors. Board meetings are typically 90-150 minutes or longer if business requires it.

3. Serving in leadership positions and undertaking committee work

willingly and enthusiastically. This includes joining and actively participating in one or more Board committees and functions and attending scheduled committee meetings.

4. Serving as an ambassador of the Corporation: Supporting and promoting

the organization’s funding and resource development efforts in line with one’s abilities, including introducing individuals with whom you have a personal and professional relationship to the work and programs of the Corporation.

5. Reviewing the Corporation’s financial statements and otherwise helping

the Board fulfill its fiduciary responsibilities in making sound business decisions.

6. Knowing and supporting the organization’s mission and serving as an

advocate of the Corporation.

7. Attending special events.

8. Serving the Corporation as a whole.

9. Supporting the majority decisions of the Board of Directors and maintaining confidentiality of Board discussions as appropriate.

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Preferred Qualifications:

1. Supports the mission of the Corporation. 2. Has a strong interest in affordable housing, the empowerment of low-

income individuals, and commitment to the revitalization of low- income communities.

3. Ability to commit six to ten hours per month of volunteer time in the Corporation’s activities including Board and committee meetings attendance and preparation, special events, planning sessions and serving as an advocate of the Corporation.

4. Experience in the healthcare sector is considered an asset. 5. Experience in document writing (an asset). 6. Experience in prior board membership is considered an asset but not

necessary. 7. Willingness to inquire when further clarification is needed to advance

the goals of the Corporation. 8. Willingness to share field expertise with others and contribute to

Board initiatives. 9. Demonstrate experience in positions of leadership through education,

employment or other life experience which will help the Corporation further its mission and goals.

10. Willingness to learn about the Corporation, its residents, its programs, and factors which affect the organization’s ability to carry out its mission.

11. Willingness to promote the Corporation among personal and professional contacts.

12. Willingness to participate in Board and committee meetings and events with enthusiasm, in a respectful and cooperative manner.

13. Ability to communicate openly and work respectfully and constructively with diverse individuals.

Interested persons may request further information and send resumes with an expression of interest no later than January 23rd, 2026, at 11:59pm by email with the subject line, “Board Opening” to: 1.Helen McKay – hsmckay@yahoo.ca 2.Karen Campbell – kcampbell@merriammusic.com 2.Anthony Chen – abradchen@gmail.com

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