Wesley is Accepting Board of Directors’ Applications

Wesley is Accepting Board of Directors’ Applications

Posting Date: 05/06/2026     Posting Closing: 06/12/2026 4:00 PM

Wesley is looking for professional, motivated, and dynamic leaders who are passionate about making a difference to join its volunteer Board of Directors.

Wesley is a long-standing local non-profit working in Brantford, Halton and Hamilton. We are passionate about assisting the people in the communities that we serve. Our work is focused on children and family programs, housing & homelessness, and resettling newcomers to Canada.

We are deeply committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace where every individual feels valued and respected. Our Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion (EDI) policies are integral to our mission and practices. We believe that a diverse Board brings a wealth of perspectives and experiences that enhance our ability to serve our community effectively.

All members of our organization are expected to embrace and actively participate in our EDI initiatives. By joining our team, you will be contributing to an environment that promotes equity, respect, and inclusion for all.

Current recruitment priorities include individuals with experience in:

• Affordable housing policy, capital development, or housing partnerships
• Government relations or public policy
• Senior non‑profit leadership (staff and/or Board)

Wesley recognizes that structural and systemic barriers shape peoples’ experiences and qualifications, and the Board is committed to supporting new members through orientation, training, and mentoring. Please note that eligible candidates cannot be currently employed or employed within the last 3 years by Wesley or any of our affiliates.

Your Commitment

Board members are elected for a 3-year term.  They may serve up to 2 consecutive terms, and for a total of 6 years.  Board member’s time commitments vary but typically include the following:

• Preparation for and attendance at 6 pre-scheduled Board meetings per year
• Preparation for and attendance at Board Committee meetings
• Participation in Wesley Events

Thank you for your interest in serving on the Board of Directors of Wesley!

Please apply by uploading a resume and completing our application questions

via the Wesley Bamboo Portal:

 https://wesley.bamboohr.com/jobs/

Only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted. No phone calls, please. We encourage you to visit our website wesley.ca to learn more about our history and our programs and services.

Deadline for applications is Friday June 12th.