Volunteer Board Member Opportunity
About the role
About Us: For over 40 years, Immigrant Services Calgary has been an integral part of the Calgary community, working to make a meaningful difference in the lives of newcomers. Through our work, we ensure families and individuals have the support they need to successfully begin a new chapter of their lives in Canada.
We continually innovate in our work, reimagining and transforming the newcomer experience to make it easier for our clients to access the support they need to thrive. We collaborate with partner agencies, governments, organizations, and community advocates, to help immigrants and refugees build thriving lives in our community.
Immigrant Services Calgary helps over 25,000 newcomers each year, connecting them to programs and services to unleash their potential.
Our Vision : Unleashing the economic, social, and civic potential of clients.
Our Mission : Connecting newcomers to the right service at the right agency every time.
Our Values : we are forward thinking, adaptable and optimistic. We value accountability, collaboration, and impactfulness. We act with integrity and treat people with respect.
Opportunity
ISC is looking for Board members who are driven by the belief that newcomers, with their rich and diverse backgrounds, are incredible people who enrich Canada. The Board of Directors works with the Chief Executive Officer to ensure the effective governance of the organization and support the organization’s strategy, including the progression of its transformative Gateway initiative.
Areas of Board focus include policy, strategic planning, finance, fund development and stakeholder engagement. In addition to bi-monthly Board meetings, Board members also actively participate in committee work and can expect to volunteer approximately 8 to 10 hours a month.
We are seeking to fill the position of Communications and Fund Development Committee Chair and a committee member.
We are looking for board volunteers with expertise in one or more of the following areas:
- Communications : Provide strategic direction and oversight for Immigrant Services Calgary’s communication efforts. The ideal candidate will have experience in public relations, media engagement, and digital communications, and will be passionate about promoting the mission and values of ISC.
- Fund Development : Support the increase and diversification of Immigrant Services Calgary’s various sources of funding through engagement and collaboration with corporations, donors, and foundations.
Commitment
ISC is looking to recruit at least 2 Board Directors for a 2-year cycle. Board Directors are required to participate in bi-monthly board meetings that are conducted in-person at the Immigrant Services Calgary offices (The Gateway building #1200, 910 7 Ave SW, Calgary). Each member is also required to participate in the Communications & Fund Development committee. Committees generally meet virtually every other month to discuss agenda items, provide updates, and support ISC leadership. The total time commitment is approximately 8 – 10 hours per month.
If you are passionate about ISC’s vision and values and have expertise in these areas we are recruiting for, please consider applying to the email below.
How to Apply:
Please submit your cover letter and resume via our website:
https://www.immigrantservicescalgary.ca/job/volunteer-board-member-opportunity/
The closing date for the application is August 15, 2025.
About Immigrant Services Calgary
Immigrant Services Calgary offers a wide range of programs and services to help newcomers enhance their life in Canada.
We provide a welcoming environment where newcomers can make Calgary their home. We offer programs and services in more than 70 languages.
Our Vision: Immigrants and their families participate fully in an integrated and cohesive Canadian society.
Our Mission: Immigrant Services Calgary is committed to being a comprehensive settlement agency working together with immigrants and their families to make Canada Home.
Our Values: We are passionate, collaborative, accountable, and ethical leaders in settlement services. We believe that people come first. We are committed to quality services for a diverse Canadian community.
Volunteer Board Member Opportunity
About the role
About Us: For over 40 years, Immigrant Services Calgary has been an integral part of the Calgary community, working to make a meaningful difference in the lives of newcomers. Through our work, we ensure families and individuals have the support they need to successfully begin a new chapter of their lives in Canada.
We continually innovate in our work, reimagining and transforming the newcomer experience to make it easier for our clients to access the support they need to thrive. We collaborate with partner agencies, governments, organizations, and community advocates, to help immigrants and refugees build thriving lives in our community.
Immigrant Services Calgary helps over 25,000 newcomers each year, connecting them to programs and services to unleash their potential.
Our Vision : Unleashing the economic, social, and civic potential of clients.
Our Mission : Connecting newcomers to the right service at the right agency every time.
Our Values : we are forward thinking, adaptable and optimistic. We value accountability, collaboration, and impactfulness. We act with integrity and treat people with respect.
Opportunity
ISC is looking for Board members who are driven by the belief that newcomers, with their rich and diverse backgrounds, are incredible people who enrich Canada. The Board of Directors works with the Chief Executive Officer to ensure the effective governance of the organization and support the organization’s strategy, including the progression of its transformative Gateway initiative.
Areas of Board focus include policy, strategic planning, finance, fund development and stakeholder engagement. In addition to bi-monthly Board meetings, Board members also actively participate in committee work and can expect to volunteer approximately 8 to 10 hours a month.
We are seeking to fill the position of Communications and Fund Development Committee Chair and a committee member.
We are looking for board volunteers with expertise in one or more of the following areas:
- Communications : Provide strategic direction and oversight for Immigrant Services Calgary’s communication efforts. The ideal candidate will have experience in public relations, media engagement, and digital communications, and will be passionate about promoting the mission and values of ISC.
- Fund Development : Support the increase and diversification of Immigrant Services Calgary’s various sources of funding through engagement and collaboration with corporations, donors, and foundations.
Commitment
ISC is looking to recruit at least 2 Board Directors for a 2-year cycle. Board Directors are required to participate in bi-monthly board meetings that are conducted in-person at the Immigrant Services Calgary offices (The Gateway building #1200, 910 7 Ave SW, Calgary). Each member is also required to participate in the Communications & Fund Development committee. Committees generally meet virtually every other month to discuss agenda items, provide updates, and support ISC leadership. The total time commitment is approximately 8 – 10 hours per month.
If you are passionate about ISC’s vision and values and have expertise in these areas we are recruiting for, please consider applying to the email below.
How to Apply:
Please submit your cover letter and resume via our website:
https://www.immigrantservicescalgary.ca/job/volunteer-board-member-opportunity/
The closing date for the application is August 15, 2025.
About Immigrant Services Calgary
Immigrant Services Calgary offers a wide range of programs and services to help newcomers enhance their life in Canada.
We provide a welcoming environment where newcomers can make Calgary their home. We offer programs and services in more than 70 languages.
Our Vision: Immigrants and their families participate fully in an integrated and cohesive Canadian society.
Our Mission: Immigrant Services Calgary is committed to being a comprehensive settlement agency working together with immigrants and their families to make Canada Home.
Our Values: We are passionate, collaborative, accountable, and ethical leaders in settlement services. We believe that people come first. We are committed to quality services for a diverse Canadian community.