Squash Ontario is a not-for-profit organization that acts as the provincial governing body for our sport in Ontario. The organization is governed by 7 board of directors who provide vision and leadership for the overall direction of Squash Ontario as well as craft and monitor the policies and procedures that allow it to function. The directors are elected by the members of Squash Ontario at the annual general meeting for a two year term of which a maximum of 3 consecutive terms can be held. The president of the organization and vice president of finance are elected by the board themselves annually.
Core Ideology
Core Values: Integrity and fairness in policies and decision making.
Respect for how we treat each other on and off the court.
Excellence in effort on and off the court.
Leadership and passion in the promotion of squash.
Vivid Description:
We will exercise all of our resources to increase participation for juniors, students and adults. Every time we are unsure of a choice, we will ask ourselves, “does this increase the chance a player will continue to participate in squash?" We will surround ourselves with ambassadors who share our core ideology and build committees around those who want to share the enjoyment of playing squash with others.
The Challenge
To implement exciting new initiatives to grow and strengthen the sport of squash in Ontario.
BOARD OF DIRECTORS
Eligibility
Individuals are eligible for the Board of Directors if they are:
- An individual member or honorary member in good standing with Squash Ontario,
- A member in good standing of a member club/facility,
- Must be 19 years of age or older, who has the power under law to contract,
- Must be a resident of Ontario, and
- Must clearly support the vision, mission and values of Squash Ontario.
The successful candidate will have no conflict of interest (whether actual or perceived) with Squash Ontario or any of its affiliations which would prevent them from fulfilling their fiduciary duty to Squash Ontario.
Board of Directors’ Philosophy
The current Board of Directors operates under the philosophy that the job of the board is: to establish the guiding principles and policies for the organization; to delegate responsibility and authority to those who are responsible for enacting the principles and policies; to monitor compliance with those guiding principles and policies; to ensure that staff, and board alike are held accountable for their performance.
Board Terms
Squash Ontario’s policy is to provide for succession planning on its Board of Directors. As a consequence, the board terms are staggered.
This year’s Nominating Committee is seeking candidates to fill the following terms:
Three (4) director members to serve for a two-year term, beginning 8 September 2022 through September 2024. Director members Gordon Campbell, Dan Van Moorsel and Heather Dart will continue to serve their 2021-2023 term.
Specific Skills and Qualifications Required
Squash Ontario welcomes and encourages all interested individuals to put their names forward for the Board of Directors; however, preference will be given to those who have proven skills and background in the following areas – areas which are of key importance to the Corporation.
Marketing
Fundraising
Financial Management
Doubles Squash
Strategic and Business Planning
The Board of Directors meets quarterly, usually by conference call. In addition, it meets on an ad-hoc basis as needed. Members of the Board are expected to attend all Board meetings.
Deadline for nominations is 31 July 2022.