Board of Directors
The governing body of the Centre is a Board of Directors. The Board consists of up to 11 parent members elected by the parent body to represent and be accountable to the parents and the Centre. The Policies and Procedures Manual and By-Laws provides a detailed description of the role of the Board of Directors. If you are interested in joining one of the Vacant positions, please contact Dori.
As of September 28, 2021, the governing Board of Directors consists of:
Individual | Position | Purpose |
Melissa Belzer | Chair |
Presides at all meetings and is responsible for the integrity of board process. Ensures proper functioning of the board and maintains group process. The position is non-voting unless there is a tie. |
Emily Brouwer | Vice Chair |
Shadows the Chair Person in order to perform the duties of the Chair once the Chair steps down. The position is intended to facilitate board succession. |
Evan Campbell
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Finance |
Monitors financial transactions and reports to the board on the financial position of the Centre. Leads the processes of financial planning, budget preparation, and cost/benefit analysis with regards to issues with financial implications including staffing and enrolment. |
Facility |
Ensures the safety, security and effective operation of the facility. |
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Communications |
Develops, together with the Executive Director, a communications plan (or policy) for the Centre that outlines communications strategies and mediums for key stakeholders. Organizes and implements the plan of parent participation in various centre capabilities and attempts to match tasks with parent expertise or interest. |
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Member at Large |
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Andreas Heyland | Member at Large |
Shadows the role of a current Board member leaving their position with the intention of replacing the outgoing member. The position is intended to facilitate board succession. |
Member at Large |
Shadows the role of a current Board member leaving their position with the intention of replacing the outgoing member. The position is intended to facilitate board succession. |
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Personnel |
Acts as a liaison between the Board of Directors, the Executive Director and Staff. |
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Colleen Curran
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Secretary |
Clerk of the Board of Directors that attends all meetings of the Board and parents. Records all facts and minutes of all proceedings in a prompt and accurate manner. |
Fundraising |
Manages all fundraising events and is responsible for promoting, publicizing, and keeping records of events. |
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Dori Cross | Executive Director |