Volunteering

We are opening a vacancy of Board Member CCSYR – volunteer position.

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• Position: Board Member CCSYR – volunteer position
• Employment Type: Part-time
• Employment Term: 3-years’ commitment
• Time Commitment: Board meetings every two months during the calendar year
• Posting Type: New position
• Location: Hybrid / York Region, Ontario
• Reports to: Board Chair CCSYR
• Start date: September 2026
• End date: September 2029
• Application Deadline: July 31, 2026

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About CCSYR: CCSYR is a non-profit organization dedicated to helping individuals and families thrive through counselling, settlement, employment, and community engagement services. The organization supports newcomers, immigrants, refugees, seniors, youth, and diverse communities across York Region. Position Overview: CCSYR operates as a governance board responsible for overseeing the organization’s operations, policies, and strategic direction. The Board ensures the organization operates in alignment with its mission and objectives while providing governance, strategic leadership, and oversight to support CCSYR’s sustainability and community impact. Board members contribute professional expertise, participate in decision-making, and serve as ambassadors for the organization. These are volunteer positions with no remuneration attached. Key Responsibilities:

• Attend and actively participate in Board and committee meetings,
• Support organizational strategic planning and governance,
• Review policies, budgets, and financial statements,
• Contribute professional expertise and community insight,
• Promote and advocate for CCSYR programs and initiatives,
• Support fundraising, partnerships, and community engagement efforts,
• Maintain confidentiality and adhere to conflict-of-interest policies,
• Assist in identifying potential board members and volunteers,
• Uphold CCSYR’s values, mission, and Code of Conduct.

Preferred Skills and Experience: CCSYR welcomes professionals and community leaders with experience in:

• Non-profit leadership,
• Human Resources,
• Legal,
• Fundraising,
• Strategic Planning,
• Community Services.

Qualifications:

• Passion for community service and social impact,
• Strong communication and collaboration skills,
• Ability to work effectively within a governance environment,
• Commitment to equity, diversity, and inclusion,
• Previous board or volunteer experience is an asset.

Equity and Inclusion: CCSYR encourages applications from individuals of diverse backgrounds, including different cultures, abilities, faiths, ages, gender identities, and newcomer communities. Board Member CCSYR is a volunteer position with no remuneration attached. Use of Artificial Intelligence in Hiring: Artificial intelligence is not used to screen, assess, or select applicants for this role. Accessibility & Equal Opportunity: We are committed to providing an inclusive and accessible recruitment process. Accommodation is available upon request at any stage of the hiring process. Application Process: If you are interested to apply, please submit your resume and a cover letter outlining your motivation and relevant experience to the email address: BoardCareer@ccsyr.org by July 31, 2026. We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Hiring Fundraising Volunteers CCSYR is a non-profit organization, and our vision is helping individuals, and their families thrive and grow in relationship with one another and within our community.  Our aim is “reaching out to all”.  CCSYR’s four core service streams include: counselling, settlement, employment, and community engagement.  We are the sole settlement service provider across both school boards and libraries in York Region.  Additionally, we are one of five lead agencies that operate the Welcome Centres in York Region. Are you local to Richmond Hill and looking to make a meaningful difference in your community? Join our team as a Bingo Volunteer in Richmond Hill and help support funding for essential Autism programming and initiatives. Your contribution is vital to keeping our impact in the community growing! What You’ll Do: