Vancouver Foundation Board of Directors

We’re looking for new applicants to join our Board and will be selecting candidates for a three-year term.

Vancouver Foundation is accepting applications from candidates residing in British Columbia until February 13th, 2026 and we’re seeking candidates with a mix of the following:
-Legal experience (a qualified lawyer);
-Institutional investment experience (CFA qualified);
-Public or government relations; and
-Governance and human resources experience.

For more information about the roles and responsibilities of a Board member and what we’re looking for in a candidate, please visit our website: https://www.vancouverfoundation.ca/about-us/get-involved/volunteer-opportunites/

If you’re interested in joining the Board of Directors, please submit an expression of interest and resumé to Sarah VanderPloeg, Senior Manager, Board & Committee Governance, at sarah.vanderploeg@vancouverfoundation.ca by February 13th, 2026.

We will invite shortlisted candidates for a virtual interview during the weeks of March 9th or 16th and will present recommended candidates to the Board of Directors in April. Terms will commence May 1st, 2026.

Vancouver Foundation is committed to a directors recruitment process that is inclusive and representative of the communities we serve. We encourage applicants from communities structurally marginalized based on race, religion, nationality, social or ethnic origin, accessibility needs, sexual orientation and gender expression.

We know that there is rarely an ideal or perfect candidate for a job. If you or someone you know has experience similar to what is described above, or if the core activities of this role are exciting to you, we encourage you to apply or share this opportunity with anyone you know you may be interested.