IONS is situated in Mi’kma’ki, the unceded and ancestral territory of the Mi’kmaw people. Unceded means that the Mi’kmaq have never relinquished, sold, traded, or transferred ownership of their land to European settler colonies, yet land was taken over without their consent through various processes of settler colonialism. This territory is covered by the Treaties of Peace and Friendship, which the Mi’kmaq and Wolastoqiyik people first signed with the British Crown in 1726. These Treaties did not involve the surrendering of rights to the lands and resources they had traditionally used and occupied. We are all Treaty People.

We further acknowledge that Nova Scotia is the birthplace of Black culture and heritage in Canada. People of African descent have shared these lands for over 400 years, and over 50 strong and resourceful African Nova Scotian communities exist here today.

We are committed to the struggle against systems of oppression that have resulted in profound inequities and the denial of self-determination rights. We are working actively to deepen our learning at an individual level, provide learning opportunities about anti-racism and decolonization, and to develop partnerships with organizations serving and led by underrepresented groups.

  • Board Member

    Southwest Nova Scotia

    Volunteer

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    The YMCA of Southwest Nova Scotia is dedicated to building healthy communities where
    everyone belongs and has the opportunity to thrive. Through programs that support health
    and wellness, child and youth development, and community connection, we serve
    thousands of individuals and families across rural Southwest Nova Scotia each year.

     

    We are currently seeking volunteer candidates to fill three (3) positions, each with a
    three-year term.

     

    The YMCA of Southwest Nova Scotia is deeply committed to diversity, equity, inclusion,
    anti-racism, and truth and reconciliation. We recognize that it is vitally important for our
    board members to represent the communities we aim to serve. Candidates will be invited to
    voluntarily self-identify as part of our commitment to inclusive and equitable recruitment
    practices.

     

    As such, we are intentionally seeking to recruit nominees who are members of communities
    that are currently underrepresented on YMCA Boards across Canada:
    ● African Nova Scotian, Black, Indigenous, or members of other racialized
    communities
    ● Members of the 2SLGBTQIA+ community
    ● Persons with disabilities

     

    We are currently seeking new Board members who bring their lived experience,
    professional expertise, and a commitment to community impact. While all qualified
    candidates are encouraged to apply, priority consideration will be given to individuals with
    experience in one or more of the following areas:
    ● Financial Expertise / CPA – Chartered Professional Accountants or senior
    financial leaders with experience in financial oversight, audit, risk management,
    and not-for-profit or charitable finance

    ● Human Resources – Experience in HR leadership, executive compensation,
    performance management, succession planning, and organizational culture
    ● Legal – Legal training or significant experience working with legal and regulatory
    frameworks
    ● Fund Development / Philanthropy – Experience in fundraising, donor relations,
    or community investment
    ● Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) and Anti-Oppression (AO) –
    Knowledge of, and experience implementing, anti-racist, anti-colonial; Truth and
    Reconciliation, 2SLGBTQIA+ inclusion or disability justice and accessibility
    initiatives in an organization; demonstrated skills organizing and leading change in
    underrepresented communities
    Experience in rural or community-based organizations, not-for-profits, or volunteer
    governance is a strong asset.

     

    Serving on the YMCA of Southwest Nova Scotia Board offers the opportunity to:
    ● Make a meaningful contribution to the health and wellbeing of communities across
    Southwest Nova Scotia
    ● Apply your professional skills in a purpose-driven, governance-focused role
    ● Learn alongside dedicated community leaders and sector professionals
    ● Support an organization with a long history—and an ambitious future—of
    community impact

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