We’re excited to announce a few upcoming openings on the Apra Canada Board. This is a great opportunity to get involved, collaborate with engaged colleagues, and contribute to the professional community.
If you are interested in joining the board, please complete and submit a nomination form by November 3, 2025.
Apra Canada is a chapter of Apra International and is a registered society in the Province of British Columbia.
Vision: Apra Canada will be a leader and strategic partner in philanthropy, contributing to the success of its Canadian members, the nonprofit community and other constituents.
Mission: As a premier organization for fundraising research, analytics and relationship management, Apra Canada's mission is to promote the value and impact of its members.
View Apra Canada's 2023-2026 Strategic Plan.
Eligibility Criteria
In order to be elected as a Director, a Person must be eligible to act as a Director under the Societies Act (see Section 44) and must:
- have been a Member in good standing for at least six (6) months prior to the election; and
- have worked for a period of at least six (6) months in advancement research.
Board Composition
The Board will be composed of a minimum of seven (7) and a maximum of fifteen (15) Directors. There are currently four (4) vacant positions on the Board, and we are hoping to find directors for the current open portfolios:
Timeline for Election
- October 6, 2025 - Nomination period opens.
- November 3, 2025 - Nomination period closes.
- November 7, 2025 - The Board reviews the nominations.
If the number of eligible nominees is equal to or less than the number of vacant positions, the nominees will be elected by acclaim. If the number of eligible nominees is greater than the number of vacant positions, the membership will vote to elect the new Directors.
- November 10, 2025 - If required, the Board distributes the means for voting by the membership.
- November 28, 2025 - If required, the voting period closes.
- December 1, 2025 - The Board communicates the results of the election (whether by acclaim or vote).
- January 2026 Board Meeting - The new Directors assume their roles on the Board.
Thank you for your support of Apra Canada. If you have any questions, please contact Matthew Charters at secretary@apracanada.ca.
Fill out and submit a nomination form here: https://forms.gle/XAi5XwtWtGbwNtNo9