Call for Nominations
Canadian Cerebral Palsy Sports Association – Dear Prospective Candidate; Thank you for your interest in serving on the Canadian Cerebral Palsy Sports Association Board of Directors.
The Canadian Cerebral Palsy Sports Association (CCPSA) is the national governing body for the Paralympic sport of Boccia in Canada, with a mandate to represent, promote and advance the sport in Canada. In addition, the CCPSA has a broader mandate to foster and promote opportunities to participate in sport and physical activity for those with Cerebral Palsy and related disabilities.
Our Vision
Canadians with cerebral palsy and related disabilities have access to and are inspired to achieve personal excellence and embrace lifelong participation in sport and physical activity, while Canada is a leading nation in boccia.
Our Mission
We collaborate with partners to increase the participation of Canadians with cerebral palsy and related disabilities in sport and physical activity, while leading, developing and growing boccia from grassroots, to producing World and Paralympic Champions.
Our Core Values
- Excellence: We display a commitment to excellence in all areas and to achieving outstanding results. “Every day, every way”.
- Resilience: We demonstrate perseverance, an open-minded approach that is flexible and adaptable, yet consistent. “#hanginthere”
- Inclusivity: We believe in access and inclusion, equitable opportunities, and an open door for all participants.
- Collaboration: To truly achieve success and make a difference, we understand it is essential to work together in partnership.
Vacancies
In 2019, the following positions are up for election at the CCPSA Annual General Meeting to be held July 28th, 2019 via teleconference.
- Vice-President
- Treasurer
- Director at Large (2)
Term Limits
Directors shall be elected for two year terms, except where an election is held to fill the unexpired portion of a term, to a maximum of three terms.
Commitment
You should be prepared to devote approximately 5 hours a month to the Board, including monthly meetings, plus at minimum one (1) in-person, two-day meeting per year.
Position
The Board will support the work of CCPSA and provide mission based leadership and strategic governance, while annual business operations are led by CCPSA’s Executive Director (ED).
Specific Board Member responsibilities include:
- Leadership, governance and oversight;
- Guidance and leadership to the ED as s/he implements the CCPSA Strategic Plan and annual Operational Plan;
- Reviewing outcomes, expected results and Key Performance Indicators created in CCPSA’s Strategic Plan and annual Operational Plan for evaluating their impact, and regularly measuring their performance and effectiveness using those metrics;
- Reviewing agenda and supporting materials prior to board and committee meetings;
- Approving CCPSA’s annual budget, audit reports, and material business decisions;
- Being informed of, and meeting all, legal and fiduciary responsibilities;
- Contribute to the ED annual evaluation;
- Assist in identifying and recruiting other Board Members;
- CCPSA Policy development, review and approval;
- Ensure that board resolutions are carried out;
- Serving on committees or task forces and taking on special assignments;
- Representing CCPSA to stakeholders, and acting as an ambassador for the organization.
Competency
The CCPSA Board of Directors has identified the following preferred skills and competencies for incoming Board Members (minimum four to apply):
Belief in/Support of Mission Board of Director Experience
Succession Planning Knowledge of Parasport/Canadian Sport System
Human Resources Financial Management
Leadership Fund Raising
Organizational Management Grant Writing
Risk Management Technology/IT
Marketing Legal
Lobbying/Advocacy Strategic Planning
Eligibility
Any individual who is eighteen (18) years of age or older, has the power under law to contract, who is not an employee or a paid contractor of CCPSA, and who supports the aims and objectives of CCPSA may be nominated for election to the Board of Directors.
Compensation
Service on CCPSA’s Board of Directors is without remuneration, except for administrative support, travel, and
Accommodation costs in relation to Board Members’ duties.
Candidate Application Package
Candidate application packages must include the following items to be considered by the CCPSA Board of Directors:
- Written resume and two (2) letters of reference supporting applicable competencies listed above;
- Cover letter (max. 500 words) including why you would like to serve on the CCPSA Board, the value you would bring to the Board and organization;
3. Nominations must be accompanied by a nomination form, signed by the nominator, nominee and a current voting member of the CCPSA Board of Directors.
Key Timelines
May 30, 2019: Call for Nominations
June 21, 2019: Close of Call for Nominations
June 28, 2019: CCPSA Board of Directors selected
July 26-28, 2019: Introduction of Board members for the coming year at the CCPSA Board Meeting and Annual General Meeting
Questions
If you have questions regarding your candidate application package, please contact Peter Leyser, Executive Director at pleyser@ccpsa.ca or by calling (613) 748-1430 x 1
Please submit your completed application by 4 p.m. ET, June 21, 2019 to the attention of Peter Leyser pleyser@ccpsa.ca.
BOARD OF DIRECTORS NOMINATION FORM
Positions up for election in 2019 – Vice-President, Treasurer, Director at Large (2)
The Vice-President position is for a two-year term that will expire at the Annual General Meeting in 2021.
The Treasurer position is for a two-year term that will expire at the Annual General Meeting in 2021.
The Director at Large (2) positions are for a two-year term that will expire at the Annual General Meeting in 2021.
Any individual who is eighteen (18) years of age or older, has the power under law to contract, who is not an employee or a paid contractor of CCPSA, and who supports the aims and objectives of CCPSA may be nominated for election.
I, ______________________ hereby nominate___________________________
for the position of ________________________________.
Attached are two letters of reference and a resume.
Nominator:__________________________________ Date:____________________
(Signature)
Consent of Nominee:___________________________ Date: ___________________
(Signature)
Voting Board Member:_________________________ Date:____________________
(Signature)
Nomination forms must be accompanied by two (2) letters of reference and a resume, and must be signed by a voting member of the Board. In addition, a Cover Letter (max. 500 words) including why you would like to serve on the CCPSA Board, the competencies/skills and value you would bring to the Board and Organization.