Board of Directors
The Board of Directors of The Children’s Aid Society of the District of Thunder Bay is composed of 15 directors who serve three year terms. A director can only be elected for three terms of 3 years each. Directors must be at least 18 years of age and cannot be a staff member.
During the 2009-2010 Board year, the Board underwent a review of their governance model and in September 2010, commenced operating under a Carver Policy Governance Model.
The Board meets once a month with the exception of July, August and December. Board meetings are held on a weekday and commence at 5:00p.m. Committee meetings are held throughout the year and are scheduled by the Committees on an as needed basis. The Annual General Meeting is held every June.
The Board is governed by the By-laws of The Children’s Aid Society of the District of Thunder Bay. Board members are provided with an Orientation Manual, a Policy Governance Manual, and the By-laws. These documents provide Board members with the necessary tools to fulfill their duties and responsibilities. Additional orientation and training is provided throughout the year.
Under the Carver Policy Governance Model, the Board is responsible for recruiting, interviewing and selecting Directors. Vacancies may be posted in the local paper and/or the agency’s website.
If you would like more information about the Board of Directors, please contact the agency’s Executive Assistant at 807-343-6114.
Board of Directors 2010-2011
Director Name |
Position | |
|---|---|---|
| Mara Izzo | President | |
| Jennifer Carey | Past President | |
| Dyann Kreps | Vice President | |
| David Tranter | Treasurer | |
| Aimee Jaun | Director | |
| Donald Kerr | Director | |
| Elizabeth Hamilton | Director | |
| Jane Petrone | Director | |
| Janine Black | Director | |
| Lorna MacAskill | Director | |
| Lynn Hurrell | Director | |
| Nancy Ringham | Director | |
| Sandy Lychowyd | Director | |
| Ted Hanley | Director | |
