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Board of Directors
Seeking Cambridge, Guelph-Wellington, Perth, Oxford representation for the board of Sustainable Waterloo Region (SWR).
About SWR
SWR is a social enterprise nonprofit that’s committed to helping the local business community, and communities as a whole, become environmentally and economically sustainable and strong. SWR was founded in Waterloo region and now serves Guelph-Wellington and Perth and Oxford County.
Our mission is to lead the transformation to sustainable systems of energy, mobility and construction to help build a cleaner, more diverse economy, and a more just and equitable community. We support businesses and members of the community in a variety of ways to help find the sweet spot where financial and environmental sustainability come together. It’s our goal to build a movement toward a future that benefits everyone. We believe that providing clarity in direction and transparency in progress reporting leads to greater individual and collective success for our region.
Who we’re looking to add to our Board of Directors
We are seeking board members from Cambridge, Oxford, Perth and/or Guelph-Wellington with experience in nonprofit and business sectors, to complement current board members’ skills.
What’s involved
This governance board meets four times each year and board members also participate in one of three committees, which also meet quarterly or as needed:
- Strategy and Development
- Finance and Audit
- Governance and Oversight
Term: Two years initially, with the option to renew
Culture: The board is respectful, constructive, supportive and collegial, while still asking the hard questions that will make the organisation stronger. Board members are invited to attend the organisation’s events and activities, and through both formal and informal opportunities, get to know staff members and volunteers who drive the success of SWR.
If you would like to join us in contributing to a cleaner, more diverse economy, and a more just and equitable community, please apply through this application form by April 30, 2025.
Sustainable Waterloo Region is committed to creating an accessible and diverse culture where everyone belongs. We commit to actively working to empower full participation and ensure fair treatment within our organisation, for those we serve, and for generations to come.
We believe diversity strengthens our organisation, and we strongly encourage applications from qualified candidates of any background and lived experience. If you require accommodation, please let us know.