Board of Directors - Call for Nominations (2023-2026 term)
This is an extraordinary opportunity for an individual who wants to commit to our humanitarian cause and who has board level experience.
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Governance at the Canadian Red Cross
CRC Governance is composed of 32 Members divided in two (2) components that ensures a broad range of perspectives.
- 16 Directors of the Board being Members by virtue of being on the Board, and
- 16 National Members
While there is only class of Members, recruitment and selection processes for Directors of the Board and National Members are distinct. Generally, individuals being considered for election to the Board are selected for their specific competencies and possible contribution to the Board. National Members, while also bringing specific skills, are primarily recruited for their knowledge, expertise, engagement, and commitment to the Canadian Red Cross as volunteers or stakeholders.
All Members must respect and abide by the Movement’s seven Fundamental Principles. They must act in the best interests of the Canadian Red Cross and the people we serve.
Members exercise most of their responsibilities at the Annual Meeting, such as:
- Electing Directors of the Board and National Members;
- Removing Directors of the Board and National Members, if necessary;
- Appointing the external auditor;
- Receiving the audited financial statements; and,
- Approving any fundamental corporate changes.
In addition, the Directors of the Board have fiduciary responsibilities and overall responsibility for overseeing the organization and ensuring that it fulfills its legal responsibilities.