Board of Directors FAQs
What is a Board of Directors?
The Board is responsible for setting mission and strategic direction, providing high-level oversight, and serving as ambassadors of the organization.
The Sooke Region Historical Society is a governance board with a primary role of establishing vision, policy and resources/fundraising.
What would I do as a Board member?
– attend board meetings each month (currently the first Wednesday, no meetings July, December).
– may join a committee or working group to work on additional projects (e.g. fundraising, grounds & facilities, budget, policy, etc.).
– may volunteer for events and programs (school programs, Sooke Spook, Open House, CRABFEST).
– commit to a two-year term consisting of an average of five hours of work per month (depending on committee(s) you may join)
Can anyone become a Board Member?
Yes! To join the Board, you have to become a member [link to online membership application] before the AGM in March, communicate your interest by filling out the form below. Interested individuals will be contacted for an interview. If the cost of membership is a barrier to you becoming a Board Member and/or there are other barriers you have identified, please reach out to Michelle Richard, Executive Director at 250-642-6351 or director@sookeregionmuseum.ca to discuss accommodations.
What are the perks of joining the Board?
Volunteering with a charitable non-profit organization provides practical work skills. It’s also a way to meet like-minded folks from other professions and disciplines and is an excellent way to connect to and give back to your community.
Are Board Members paid?
Unfortunately, no. The BC Societies Act prohibits us from paying Board Members. These positions are volunteer.
Looking for more information about the Sooke Region Historical Society?
Visit the About Us area on our website.
For more information about the Board of Directors, download the pdf below.
