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NOMINATIONS NOW OPEN FOR BC HOCKEY BOARD OF DIRECTORS

December 5, 2024

For Immediate Release

Saanichton, B.C. – The BC Hockey Nominating Committee would like to invite all interested individuals to put forth their application for nomination for the BC Hockey Board of Directors. In 2025, four seats will become available.

The BC Hockey Board provides strategy, financial oversight, and fiduciary duties to BC Hockey and our membership. The Board of Directors develops and oversees strategic direction, with the members as a top priority. The Board also initiates and reviews policies, engages in evaluation of the organization, and works with membership to enhance BC Hockey’s governance capacity.

The search to fill positions on the Board is led by the Nominating Committee, which is an independent group of volunteers. They are responsible for attracting and assessing qualified, skilled candidates for election who are capable and committed to providing effective policy governance and leadership.

Candidates should be committed to the betterment of our game and to BC Hockey’s core values: Fun, integrity, teamwork and excellence.

All directors are expected to exhibit the following personal attributes:

  1. Engagement & Time - able to commit the energy and required time (attend at least 80% of all Board meetings; participate on at least one Board committee or work group)
  2. Fiduciary Mindset - ability to always put our game & members' interests first and foremost, personal interests aside.
  3. Collaborative - strong & respectful team player; consensus builder working towards solutions focused on BC Hockey's best interests

If you are interested in joining the BC Hockey Board of Directors:

  • Step One: Complete the Board of Directors Application for Nomination by clicking THIS LINK
  • Step Two: Complete the BC Hockey Board Competency & Skills Matrix Survey HERE

Please see below for a timeline of the nomination process:

March 27, 2025: Deadline for Director nominations

April 11, 2025: First circulation of Director candidates to membership

April 26, 2025: Final Director nomination deadline

May 6, 2025: Final date for nominees to run for Board Chair

May 11, 2025: Finalized candidate list circulated to membership

June 25, 2025: BC Hockey Annual General Meeting and Board elections

A list of Frequently Asked Questions surrounding the BC Hockey Board of Directors can be accessed HERE. 

 

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