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Association for Equine Assisted Service providers in BC.

Board Nomination Form

We are looking for team players! The BCTRA Board Nomination Committee is accepting applications for Board members for the 2024/2025 AGM. 
If you have questions, please email admin@bctherapeuticriding.com

BCTRA Board Member Qualifications

  • A team player with an interest in Therapeutic Riding, Para-Equestrian Athlete Development and Equine Assisted Activities and Therapies.
  • Commit time for regular Board meetings held 10 times a year (attending minimum 8).
  • Commit time for committee, ad hoc task force meetings and planning sessions which may include a 2 day in person provincial strategic planning meeting.
  • Engage in critical thought and be committed to a vibrant future for the organization
  • A lifelong learner active and interested in the EAS industry as it grows and changes.
  • Prepare well for meetings, reviewing and commenting on minutes and reports
  • Listen well and be thoughtful in considering issues
  • Build a collegial working relationship that contributes to consensus
  • Actively participate in the board’s annual evaluation and planning efforts
  • Understand the fiscal implications of decisions

BCTRA Board Member Responsibilities

  • Provide strategic leadership
  • Be knowledgeable about the organization’s values, mission, programs and performance
  • Be an ambassador for the organization and promote its work in the community
  • Ensure the organization’s financial viability and sustainability
  • In 2024-2025 we are moving towards a Governance Board embracing: Purpose, People, Process, and Performance. This includes but is not limited to providing strategic direction and vision, fiduciary duty of oversight and accountability, and policies to support the BCTRA mission.

Orientation and training are provided to make sure directors are comfortable and knowledgeable in their role; previous board experience is an asset but not required. Experience in servicing a BCTRA committee is also preferred but not required. Candidates should be prepared to devote approximately 5-8 hours monthly to Board activities and plan for 10 monthly meetings per year.

Application and Approval: Nominees will be reviewed by the Nomination Committee. Candidates recommended for consideration will be presented to the membership. Prior to presentation to the membership, successful candidates must sign a Consent to Act form indicating that they follow The Society Act of BC bylaws for eligibility.