BOARD OF DIRECTORS 2023/24

Would you like to join the PSO Board of Directors?

Please mail or email us at info@pso-ottawa.ca no later than September 22, 2023 of your interest in becoming a candidate for our upcoming Board of Directors' election.

Our organization's bylaws require that board candidates be a PSO member at least 30 days before the Annual General Meeting (AGM) being held on October 17, 2023.

Become a PSO Member

Please email us at info@pso-ottawa.ca if you wish to attend the AGM.

Nomination Form for Board of Directors 2023/24

Eligibility Requirements:

Be at least 18 years old
Not have been declared incapable by a court in Canada or in another country
Be an individual (i.e. a corporation cannot be a Director)
Not be in bankrupt status: and
Be a member of PSO in good standing for a period of at least 30 days
Lived experience with mental health challenges and recovery, either as an individual or family member
Being committed to our vision, mission, and values; principles of diversity, equity and inclusion; consensus building; and our Board Code of Conduct Policy

General Information:

Term of office is two (2) years. A Director may serve on the Board for a shorter period if they were selected to complete another’s term
Monthly meetings (occasionally two, as necessary) plus committee meetings/work as necessary
Being a Director is a volunteer position without monetary compensation

Basic Responsibilities

Carrying out the organization's mission and goals
Planning and setting priorities
Supporting the senior staff person (Executive Director)
Financial monitoring, and ensuring adequate resources and managing them for the organization
Taking part in working groups as needed
We provide a training session for newly elected board members

Nomination Form for Board of Directors 2023/24

Questions? Email: info@pso-ottawa.ca