Join CNAR's Board of Directors - Now Accepting Expressions of Interest

Get involved and make a difference! CNAR is currently accepting applications to join our volunteer Board of Directors (2025-2028)! The Board plays a critical role in CNAR's success and strategic direction. A detailed description of the responsibilities and time commitment of Directors can be found HERE.

Benefits of joining the Board include increased visibility and networking opportunities, along with complimentary registration to CNAR’s annual national conference. Take this exciting opportunity to support our continuously growing association!

In an effort to be more inclusive and strengthen the diversity of the Board of Directors, CNAR is pleased to welcome applications from all members, non-members, suppliers, Partners, and others with an interest in taking on a volunteer leadership role with CNAR.

CNAR 2024 Board of Directors

Submit an Expression of Interest

The deadline to submit your expression of interest is: April 25, 2025 at 5 pm ET.

Apply today by clicking the link below:

Skills and Experience

Collectively, the Board requires the following skills and experience in order to provide leadership and effective oversight of the organization.  

1. Board: Experience as a director on a board of directors, understanding of the distinction between the role of the board versus the role of management.

   
   

2. Governance: Policy development expertise and legal background.

   
   

3. Leadership and Collaboration: Ability to inspire and provide direction to others, and to participate collaboratively in a team, with strong interpersonal communication skills.

   
   

4. Strategic Planning: Ability to identify and critically assess strategic opportunities and threats to the organization.

   
   

5. Risk and Controls: Familiarity with principles of risk management and controls, understanding of legal and regulatory requirements.

   
   

6. Relationships and Engagement: Ability to build networks and nurture relationships with communities and interest holders.

   
   

7. Financial Management: Knowledge of finance, accounting, and financial controls.

   
   

8. Relevant experience: Executive experience in a national or growing association or professional regulator. Experience participating in CNAR programming is an asset.

   
   

For clarity, it is not expected that any one Director would possess all of the above skills, but as a whole, the Board needs these skills to be effective.

Questions? Contact boardrecruitment@cnar-rcor.ca