Board of Directors
Click here for an Application for Appointment to the BoardThe Directors (up to ten) represent all of Lanark County and bring a variety of work and / or life
experiences to the ALTC. They are responsible for the governance of ALTC.
Board members are usually elected at the Annual General Meeting in June, but if needed, Directors canalso be recruited throughout the year. The term of office is two years. The Board meets at least six times
per year. They may also serve on committees (for example, finance, personnel, publicity, fundraising) to
carry out the work of the Board.
Responsibilities:
- attend and participate in board meetings
- serve on Board committees as needed
- review minutes and reports of the agency’s activities
- review monthly financial reports
- actively help the Board to formulate policy
- oversee policy implementation
- advocate for the agency in the community
- represent the agency, as required
- support and participate in fundraising as needed
A good Board Member:
- is informed about and committed to the agency
- dedicates the time to attend meetings and do the follow-up
work
- is a strong team player
- has good communication skills
