Current Board of Directors
- Christine Longhurst - Treasurer
- John Medd - Chair
- John Winkelman - Director
- Joanne Simister - Secretary
- Marie Bonney - Director
The Role of the Board of Directors
Family Resource Association is a registered non-profit society and as such, conforms to all the requirements of the Societies Act.
The Board of Directors is the legal authority for Family Resource Association. As a member of the Board, a Director acts in a position of trust for the community and is responsible for the effective governance of the organization.
Directors are elected by the membership at the Annual General Meeting and serve for a two (2) year term. Directors may be re-elected for one additional term.
Daily operational decisions are the responsibility of the General Manager, who reports to the Board.
The Board of Directors are Responsible for:
- Governing the broad policies developed by the Board,
- Establishing overall long and short term goals, objectives and priorities for the Association in meeting the needs of the community,
- Promoting the Association membership, and community networking,
- Being accountable to the funders for the services provided and funds expended,
- Monitoring and evaluating the effectiveness of the Association through a regular review of programs and services,
- Being accountable and seeking nominations for election to the Board when appropriate,
- Preparing for and participating in the discussions and the deliberations of the Board,
- Fostering a positive working relationship with other Board members and Association staff,
- Being aware of and abstaining from any conflict of interest.