Why you should consider being an OACA Director…
Professional Development
Joining the Board of Directors is a great way to develop and refine your professional skills. You'll gain exposure to new disciplines and enhance your expertise in areas like leadership, communications, marketing, event planning, policy development, and more.
Giving Back
Serving on the Board lets you share your talents with a not-for-profit organization connected to your profession. Your contributions help grow and strengthen our Association.
Fresh Ideas and Expertise
The Board is looking for members with innovative ideas and insights to enhance the delivery of services to our members.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
How long is a term on the Board? Directors serve a three (3) year term or until a successor is elected. Positions filled due to vacancy will be determined by the Board in accordance with existing term limits.
What is involved? The Board meets as needed, depending on initiatives and events. Where possible, teleconferencing and electronic methods of communication are used to increase convenience, efficiency and to reduce costs and time associated with live meetings. At the first meeting of the Board following the election each year, the Board will appoint a President, Vice President, Treasurer and Secretary. At that meeting Directors will also be assigned to one of the following committees:
- Event Planning (conference)
- Finance and Administration
- Education
- Nominations (election)
- Communications
- Legislation
- Nominations
What is the expected time commitment? Directors are volunteers and commit to an average of 2-10 hours per month, excluding meetings, in order to complete workload.
Are expenses covered? Travel, accommodation, and registration fees for in-person meetings and conferences are covered.
Am I eligible? You must be a member (Full, Associate or Honorary) in good standing with the Association and eligible under the Ontario Not-for-Profit Corporations Act. Candidates should confirm that their employer/municipality supports your commitment to attend all Board meetings as well as the annual conference. Regular email access is required to ensure the business of the Board is addressed in a timely manner.
What positions are available? There are three (3) Director vacancies. Nominations were open from March 28 - April 11, 2025. Nominations are now closed.
How do I submit a nomination? When nominations are open, you can submit your nomination form by logging into your member profile. Once logged in, click “My Profile” and then the “Nomination Form” link on the left side bar.
When will members be advised of the candidates up for election? The slate of candidates, including bios, photos and nomination statements, will be shared with members after nominations close.
When is the election? The next election will take place electronically April 21-25, 2025, with results announced to members following the close of voting and at the Annual General Meeting (AGM).
If I am elected, when is the first meeting? The first meeting of the new Board of Directors will be on Wednesday, May 14, 2025, following the conclusion of the 2025 OACA Conference.