Non-profit board positions

About the role

The Community Climate Council (CCC) is a volunteer-driven organization in Peel Region focused on climate literacy and advocacy. The Board provides governance oversight and strategic direction, with each member expected to attend 12 meetings per year, participate in subcommittee work, and contribute to initiatives between meetings. Board service is unpaid and volunteer-based.

Responsibilities

• Governance & Strategic Leadership: Participate in Board decision-making, strategic direction, and oversight; prepare for and attend mandatory Board meetings and town halls; contribute to subcommittee work and strategic initiatives; provide strategic recommendations; ensure compliance with legal and regulatory requirements; declare conflicts of interest and maintain confidentiality.
• Organizational Support & Oversight: Demonstrate commitment to CCC’s mission, vision, and programs; stay informed about internal activities, events, and projects and external trends; guide the Executive and Managing Directors to uphold mission and long-term priorities; maintain awareness of financial affairs at a governance level.
• Community Partnerships & External Relations: Represent CCC in interactions with community partners and stakeholders; maintain and strengthen relationships; facilitate introductions that support growth and impact; uphold CCC’s values of equity, climate justice, and community empowerment.

Requirements

• Experience or interest in nonprofit governance, legal compliance, finance, HR, ESG, Indigenous relations, or communications.
• Strong communication, collaboration, and relationship-building skills.
• Understanding of strategic planning and decision-making.
• Familiarity with the environmental sector, climate justice, or community advocacy is an asset.
• Previous board experience is considered an asset.

Personal Attributes

• Passion for climate justice and enthusiasm for community-based climate action.
• Self-motivated with ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Committed to equity, transparency, and collaborative decision-making.
• Adaptable and comfortable working in a dynamic volunteer environment.

Treasurer-specific Responsibilities

• Financial Leadership & Oversight: Present budgets, financial statements, and performance reports; support development of annual budgets and forecasts; analyze financial data and provide recommendations; advise on financial implications of strategic and operational plans.
• Financial Compliance & Controls: Ensure accurate financial record-keeping; maintain strong internal controls and financial systems; ensure compliance with CRA and other relevant legislation; prepare accounts for audit and liaise with auditors; ensure fundraising and sales activities follow legislation and controls; establish payroll systems if/when the corporation expands.
• Fundraising & Development: Manage and track donations and financial contributions; collaborate on creative fundraising strategies; support grant development by guiding Grant Writers on priorities and deadlines.

Treasurer-specific Qualifications

• Highly skilled in QuickBooks.
• Experience in financial management, accounting, budgeting, or nonprofit finance.
• Experience pitching products and ideas to other organizations; knowledge of scaling businesses and social enterprises.
• Experience with or knowledge of credit unions is an asset.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to interpret financial data and communicate insights clearly.
• Experience with fundraising, grant writing, or donor management is an asset.
• Familiarity with nonprofit governance and financial compliance requirements.

Chair-specific Responsibilities

• Lead the Board in decision-making, strategic direction, and oversight; facilitate effective, inclusive, and well-prepared Board meetings; prepare for meetings by reviewing agendas, minutes, reports, and documentation; support and collaborate with Executive and Managing Directors; ensure compliance with legal, regulatory, and policy requirements; uphold CCC’s values.
• Guide the Executive and Managing Directors to uphold CCC’s mission, vision, and long-term strategic priorities; stay informed about programs, projects, and external trends; provide leadership in organizational decision-making and long-term planning; participate in subcommittee work and contribute to strategic recommendations.
• Represent CCC at community events, town halls, and partner meetings as needed.