Member, Board of Directors

The Catholic Children’s Aid Society of Toronto (CCAS) is currently seeking nominations to its Board starting January 2026. Applicants should have a strong desire to support CCAS’ mission of, on behalf of the Catholic community providing social services that protect children and strengthen family life. This is a volunteer position.

Role of the Board of Directors

As one of up to sixteen (16) Board Directors at CCAS, you will be responsible for the overall governance and strategic direction of the corporation. The Board’s key functions are:

• Strategic planning
• Quality and performance measurement and monitoring
• Financial oversight, including risk identification andoversight
• Oversight of management through the selection and Supervision of the CEO
• Stakeholder communica!on and accountability
• Governance, including legal compliance

With an understanding of equity, Truth and Reconciliation and the ability to integrate such into practice, Members of the Board shall be fully supportive of the mission, vision and values of CCAS (please visit: https://torontoccas.org/ to learn more) and they shall reflect this support in their Board and Committee work and in how they represent the organization externally.

Your Experience and Skills

• High-level Board of Directors experience
• Finance leadership
• Government Relations/Funding expertise
• Experience within Police Services/Healthcare Sectors
• Knowledge of Ontario’s Child Welfare/Social Services systems
• Expertise in Risk and Compliance Oversight
• Legal/Legislation/Regulatory experience
• Proficiency in Media and/or Public Relations
• Knowledge of IT Governance and Strategy
• Direct Catholic Community Involvement or experience
• An appreciation for the distinct roles of governance and management Strong strategic thinking, good listening, and excellent teamwork skills
• The ability to make sound decisions based on the analysis of the information received and to maintain solidarity with the Board’s decisions
• Availability for active participation in the work of the Board and Committees (commitment of 6 to 10 hours per month, per Board member)
• Extensive governance experience and/or an Institute of Corporate Directors (ICD) designation considered assets

Board positions are on a volunteer basis. Applicants must be a communicant of the Roman Catholic Church, live or work in the City of Toronto and be able to commit for a minimum of three years.
Interested individuals are invited to submit their cover letter, resume, and a response to the following questions to apply:

What specifically attracts you to serving on the CCAS Board, and what part of our mission or mandate
resonates most with you?
From your experience, what skills, perspectives, or expertise do you believe you would contribute most
effectively at the Board level for our organization?

Applications can be sent to:
ccasboardrecruitment@torontoccas.org
Deadline is Friday, February 27, 2026.