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REQUEST FOR PROPOSAL (RFP)&nbsp;Development of the 2026–2030 Strategic Plan&nbsp;Community Addiction Services of Niagara (CASON) Budget: $20, 000&nbsp;<ol><li><h1>Overview&nbsp;</h1></li></ol>Community Addiction Services of Niagara (CASON) is seeking proposals from qualified consultants or consulting firms to lead the development of the organization’s next Strategic Plan for the period 2026–2030. The selected consultant will design and execute an inclusive, evidence-based planning process that reflects the needs of clients, staff, partners, and the broader Niagara community.&nbsp;<ol start="2"><li><h1>About Community Addiction Services of Niagara&nbsp;</h1></li></ol>Community Addiction Services of Niagara (CASON) is a leading provider of community-based addiction counselling, prevention, and support services. Our mission is to provide compassionate, client-centered services that promote recovery, reduce harm, and strengthen individual and community well-being. CASON works collaboratively with health, social service, and community partners throughout the Niagara region.&nbsp;<ol start="3"><li><h1>Purpose of the Strategic Plan&nbsp;</h1></li></ol>The 2026–2030 Strategic Plan will serve as a guiding document for organizational priorities, service delivery, partnerships, and growth. The plan must:&nbsp;<ul><li>Reflect the needs of our diverse clients and community. </li><li>Consider current sector trends, system transformations, and emerging challenges. • &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Strengthen CASON’s organizational capacity and sustainability. </li><li>Provide a clear framework for decision-making, implementation, and evaluation.&nbsp;</li></ul><ol start="4"><li><h1>Scope of Work&nbsp;</h1></li></ol>The selected consultant will be expected to:&nbsp;4.1 Planning &amp; Project Management&nbsp;<ul><li>Develop a detailed project plan, timelines, and consultation methodology. </li><li>Attend regular check-in meetings with the CASON Steering Committee.&nbsp;</li></ul>4.2 Environmental Scan&nbsp;<ul><li>Conduct internal and external scans, including:<ul><li>Review of internal documents, previous strategic plans, and performance data.</li><li>Sector analysis (regional and provincial).</li><li>Funding landscape trends.</li><li>Best practices in addiction and community mental health services.&nbsp;</li></ul></li></ul>4.3 Stakeholder Engagement&nbsp;Design and facilitate an inclusive engagement process, which may include:&nbsp;<ul><li>Interviews and/or focus groups with staff, clients, leadership, and Board members. </li><li>Consultation sessions with external partners, funders, and community stakeholders. </li><li>Surveys (internal and/or external).&nbsp;</li></ul>4.4 Strategic Framework Development&nbsp;<ul><li>Identify key themes, challenges, opportunities, and strategic priorities.</li><li>Facilitate planning sessions with leadership and the Board.</li><li>Draft organizational mission, vision, values (if required), and strategic directions.</li></ul>4.5 Final Deliverables&nbsp;The consultant will produce:&nbsp;<ol><li>A final 2026–2030 Strategic Plan (professionally formatted, print-ready). </li><li>A summary of engagement findings. </li><li>An implementation framework, including measurable objectives and high-level indicators. </li><li>A presentation to CASON’s Board of Directors.&nbsp;</li><li><h1>Budget&nbsp;</h1></li></ol>The total budget for this project is $20,000 (inclusive of all fees, travel, materials, and taxes). Proposals exceeding this limit will not be considered.&nbsp;<ol start="6"><li><h1>Project Timeline&nbsp;</h1></li></ol><ul><li>RFP Release: December 23, 2025 </li><li>Deadline for Questions: January 6, 2026</li><li>Proposal Submission Deadline: January 16, 2026 </li><li>Selection &amp; Notification: February 1, 2026 </li><li>Project Launch: March 1, 2026 </li><li>Final Plan Due: No later than June 1, 2026&nbsp;</li></ul><ol start="7"><li><h1>Proposal Requirements&nbsp;</h1></li></ol>Proposals must include:&nbsp;<ol><li>Cover Letter<ol><li>Brief introduction to the consultant/firm. </li></ol></li><li>Project Approach &amp; Methodology<ol><li>Outline of proposed process and engagement methods. </li></ol></li><li>Workplan &amp; Timeline </li><li>Consultant Qualifications<ol><li>Relevant experience in strategic planning for nonprofit, health, or social service organizations. </li></ol></li><li>Team Composition<ol><li>Names, roles, and qualifications of team members. </li></ol></li><li>Budget Breakdown<ol><li>Detailed description of fees aligned with major tasks. </li></ol></li><li>References<ol><li>At least two references for similar projects.&nbsp;</li></ol></li><li><h1>Evaluation Criteria&nbsp;</h1></li></ol>Proposals will be evaluated based on:&nbsp;<ul><li>Demonstrated understanding of the scope and CASON’s sector. </li><li>Quality and clarity of methodology. </li><li>Experience and qualifications of the consultant/team. </li><li>Feasibility of workplan and timeline. </li><li>Value within the budget. </li><li>Quality of writing and overall presentation.&nbsp;</li></ul><ol start="9"><li><h1>Submission Instructions&nbsp;</h1></li></ol>Proposals must be submitted electronically in PDF format to:&nbsp;Janice Rutgers, Community Addiction Services of Niagara&nbsp;Email: <a href="mailto:jrutgers@cason.ca" target="_blank">jrutgers@cason.ca</a>&nbsp;Subject Line: RFP Submission – Strategic Plan 2026–2030&nbsp;Late or incomplete submissions will not be considered.&nbsp;<ol start="10"><li><h1>Questions&nbsp;</h1></li></ol>All questions regarding this RFP must be submitted by email to Janice Rutgers, Executive Director at <a href="mailto:jrutgers@cason.ca" target="_blank">jrutgers@cason.ca</a> by January 6, 2026. Answers will be shared with all interested proponents.&nbsp;<ol start="11"><li><h1>Confidentiality&nbsp;</h1></li></ol>All materials provided by CASON and all information gathered through the strategic planning process must remain confidential and be used solely for the purpose of completing this project.&nbsp;

Community Addiction Services of Niagara

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Do you have an interest in social justice issues and volunteerism?

Are you interested in joining a dynamic and supportive Board of Directors?

The John Howard Society of Niagara is seeking three volunteer board members to join our 

Board of Directors Members at Large. 

About Us:
Founded in 1949, the John Howard Society of Niagara (JHSoN) is a non-profit organization 

dedicated to preventing crime and supporting people affected by the justice system. 

We offer programs focused on rehabilitation, reintegration, reducing recidivism and promote

safer communities. 

As an Affiliate of John Howard Society of Ontario and 19 provincial offices, we operate

out of St. Catharines, Welland, Niagara Falls, and Fort Erie with a team of 65 staff.

We’re proud to be a Living Wage Champion and are funded by various federal, provincial 

and municipal partners and private donations.

At JHS, our vision is to “ensure safe, compassionate, and just communities where everyone is 

supported and empowered. Through our mission of responsive and individualized service, the 

John Howard Society of Niagara is committed to facilitating positive personal growth through 

Justice, Prevention, Employment and Education programs that enrich the communities of 

the Niagara Region”.

We are seeking Board members to be a part of a diverse Board of Directors. 

Previous governance experience will be considered a strong asset.

Commitment
Board members serve a 2-year term, with eligibility for re-appointment for additional terms. 

As the highest leadership body of the organization and to satisfy its fiduciary duties, the

board is responsible for:

 Leading on diversity: provide leadership on diversity for the organization 

 Ensuring strong financial stewardship: faithfully read and understand the organization’s

 financial statements and board materials in advance of meetings

 Executive Performance: selecting, supporting, and evaluating the performance of the

 chief executive


 
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John Howard Society Board of Directors
- Volunteer Opportunity


 Quality Governance: assessing its own performance as the governing body of the

 organization

 Being an advocate: an active advocate for the organization and its mission, vision and

 strategic planning process and execution

 Recognizing the need for commitment: prepare for, attend, and conscientiously participate 

 in board meetings as well as participate fully in taskforces as required.

 The Board meets 9 times per year with breaks over the summer. Approximate time 

 commitment is 2-3 hours per month and attendance at the Annual General Meeting

 Respecting all voices: respect the experiences of all who bring their voices and lived

 experiences into the boardroom and the organization

 Learning about the community: engage in learning opportunities to better understand the

 community the organization serves

You’re a fit with our culture if you mirror our values.

YOU…
 Have a passion for advocating the highest quality of care for JHS clients, through

 responsive, innovative, and evidence-informed approaches.

 Celebrate the uniqueness and lived experience of every person, and this conviction

 creates a sense of belonging, safety, and better outcomes for all.

 Lead with compassion and care for others and help JHS build a culture of listening,

 mutual support, and meaningful connections.

 Build meaningful connections that foster inclusion and empowerment with fellow board

 members and management.

 Acknowledge that systemic inequalities exist, and that all people have the right to be

 treated with dignity, and to live free from discrimination.

 Approach reducing harm to individuals and communities through a non-judgmental

 approach that builds resiliency and accountability.

 Support the capacity of individuals and communities to adapt, change, and grow while

 promoting the conditions to inspire positive transformation.

Preferred Qualifications:
 Knowledge of non-profit governance, social services, and the justice system

 Strong Communication and collaboration skills

 Knowledge of one or more of the following: Legal, Financial Stewardship, HR, IT, Strategic 

 Planning, Compliance &amp; Risk Management

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 Serving Niagara for Seventy-Six Years.


To express your interest through a CV, please submit to <a href="mailto:JHSNBoard@jhs-niagara.ca" target="_blank">JHSNBoard@jhs-niagara.ca</a>

If you have questions please contact our Executive Director (Interim), 

Deanna Villella, <a href="mailto:DVillella@jhs-niagara.ca" target="_blank">DVillella@jhs-niagara.ca</a> 

You can also visit our website at <a href="https://www.jhs-niagara.com/" target="_blank">https://www.jhs-niagara.com/</a>

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 Serving Niagara for Seventy-Six Years.

Equity, Diversity and Inclusion Statement

The John Howard Society of Niagara is guided by our collective desire to ensure that all

staff, volunteers, clients, and community partners who engage with our organization feel

welcomed, included and valued. We respect the diversity and unique experiences that

each individual brings to our organization, and we strive to work and learn together with

open minds. We recognize the importance of this work, and have a collective desire to

do better. We will approach this work and each other with good minds and the

understanding that we all have the very best of intentions at heart.

John Howard Society Niagara

John Howard Society Board of Directors

Summary:The Program Manager works within the context of Quest CHC’s interdisciplinary team model and the Centre’s Mission, Vision and Strategic Directions, to provide leadership in planning, implementing, and evaluating responsive primary health care.The position manages Quest CHC programs, providing support, coordination and supervision for an interdisciplinary staff team in a comprehensive, collaborative manner with an emphasis on health promotion, education and community capacity building.Reporting to the Program Director, the Program Manager represents and promotes the Centre by participating in various community activities and contributes to the overall management of the Community Health Centre.&nbsp;Responsibilities:<ol><li>Ensure that the philosophy and strategic directions of the CHC are integrated into the development, and implementation of programs. </li><li>Actively promote and participate in community planning and initiatives and make recommendations and implement programming to maximize service responsiveness.</li><li>Participate in recruiting, building and maintaining a unified, high performing interdisciplinary teams.</li><li>Ensure&nbsp;adequate program coverage through effective scheduling, and that program planning and budgeting reflect available resources.&nbsp; Oversee performance and absence management using a web-based system and ensuring timely and constructive feedback and input&nbsp;to performance reviews. </li><li>Develop and coordinate program evaluations to ensure new and existing programs meet client needs, incorporate best practices as well as address contractual commitments and budget requirements.</li><li>Develop as well as assist staff in developing funding proposals.&nbsp; Coordinate submission of proposals including appropriate approvals.&nbsp; Maintain awareness of funding opportunities as well as Centre/Ministry/funders’ requirements.</li><li>Maintain appropriate communications within and between various departments and programs within the Centre and participate on various internal committees.</li><li>Oversee the implementation of mandatory training requirements as per Ministry compliance or CHC requirements. Manage employee training activities such as planning, approval, budgeting for internal and external training events.</li><li>Provide leadership and support with client feedback including meeting with the client and follow up.</li><li>Act as the Centre’s Privacy Officer. Ensure compliance with privacy legislation, respond to any requests for access to, and correction of personal health information and address any general issues concerning privacy. </li><li>Contribute to building, promoting and maintaining strong partnerships with other Community Health Centres and organizations (e.g. Public Health, Hospitals).</li><li>Contribute to the development and implementation of the Centre’s Strategic Plan and objectives as well as centre policies and procedures.</li><li>Attend and participate in staff meetings, special projects and other duties as assigned.</li><li>Meet organizational quality and quantity of work standards. Comply with applicable policies, regulations and legislation and identify areas of non-compliance while promoting the&nbsp;Mission, Vision, Values and philosophy of service developed by Quest CHC.</li><li>Maintain and develop personal professional competence through continuing education.</li><li>Contribute to Quest CHC health and safety by participating in the Joint Health Safety Committee (JHSC) as well as ensuring the centre complies with all health and safety processes and initiatives to ensure the organization remains a safe workplace.</li></ol><h2>Qualifications</h2>Education<ul><li>Masters’ Degree in Social Work, Public Health or Nursing</li></ul>Experience<ul><li>2 years experience in the development and management of programs in a primary health care environment and/or working with inter-disciplinary teams. </li><li>Experience writing funding proposals and grant applications in the public sector.</li></ul>Knowledge<ul><li>Knowledge of local community resources and referral processes</li><li>Familiar with Community Health Centre Model of Care</li><li>Awareness of and sensitivity to community health issues</li><li>Broad knowledge in the areas of primary health care, health promotion and community capacity building</li></ul>

Quest Community Health Centre 

Program Manager

Board of Directors – Director Position 
 
The Young Caregivers Association 
 Established in 2003, the Young Caregivers Association (YCA) has transformed the lives of 
young caregivers, the unseen population of family caregivers. We’re the first organization and 
registered charity in Canada dedicated to supporting young caregivers and their families who 
live in rural and urban communities, while building awareness across Canada. 
 
Young caregivers are children, youth, and young adults ages 5 to 25 who provide care for a 
family member due to a chronic illness, disability, mental health concern, substance misuse, or 
socioeconomic factor (e.g., a language barrier). Young caregivers help their family members in 
various ways by caring for their siblings or providing personal, emotional, or financial support. 
 
We collaborate with community partners to bring specialized programs and expertise to 
professionals and organizations across Canada, giving them the tools they need to positively 
impact children, youth and young adults. 
 
Looking Forward 
Our vision is to see young caregivers and their families recognized, supported, and empowered 
in Ontario so they are all able to achieve their full potential. 
 
 
YCA is currently accepting applications from qualified candidates for volunteer Board Members 
to support the strategic oversight of operations while focusing on sustainability, expansion, and 
excellence. The successful candidate is elected for a three-year term. It is expected that Board 
Members will attend regular board meetings and sit on at least one Board committee. Board 
meetings take place monthly in the evening and are held in person and through Zoom. 
Attendance at committee meetings is required. A typical month requires about 10 hours of time. 
 
Equity, Diversity and Inclusion 
YCA embraces the benefits of having a diverse Board of Directors and is committed to the 
ongoing development of an inclusive and high-functioning governance board. We welcome 
applications from racialized persons, Indigenous Peoples, persons with disabilities, members of 
the LGBTQ2S+ community and others who provide diverse perspectives. 
 
Qualifications 
â Background in education, law, or fundraising 
â Passion for supporting family caregivers 
â Strong governance knowledge 
â Effective communication 
â Proven reliability 
â Committed to improving the well-being of children and youth 
 
 


Responsibilities 
â Attend monthly Board and committee meetings 
â Contribute to the development of strategic directions and a sustainable future 
â Ensure compliance with legal, financial, and contractual obligations 
â Participate in Board development opportunities, such as trainings and retreats 
â Provide guidance and support to the Executive Director

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