VOLUNTEERING

BC Sailing board members are:

• individuals who believe in the value of sport,
• supportive of the mandate of BC Sailing,
• able and willing to make the time commitment to the Society (see below for general information),
• qualified to assume the role of board member as per Article 7.6 of BC Sailing’s bylaws.

• Each Board member is viewed as an advisor and connector for the organization. Board members are expected to:
  • Review required materials in advance of all meetings;
  • Participate in board meetings (six per year, including one in conjunction with the AGM, the remainder by conference call);
  • While not a requirement, best practices suggest that associations who have board involvement/leadership in committee work are governed better. Participating in a committee (standing or ad hoc) as deemed necessary, including attendance at committee meetings (approximately two to four per year):
    • Communication and Marketing
    • Cruising
    • Keelboat Racing
    • Membership
    • Nominations
    • Revenue Generation
  • Attend other association functions as required (one to three per year);
  • Promote and support the mandate and work of BC Sailing; and
  • Make themselves available to the membership and the association, as necessary.