Board Members

THE ORGANIZATION

Established as a national charitable organization in 1994, Canada’s National History Society (CNHS) is headquartered in Winnipeg with 16 full and part-time employees located across Canada. Canada’s History develops resources to promote popular interest in Canadian history and delivers, across multiple platforms: outreach, educational activities, and programs to engage Canadians. CNHS administers the Governor General’s History Awards and publishes Canada’s History magazine and Kayak: Canada’s History Magazine for Kids / Navigue dans l’histoire du Canada. The Society derives its annual revenue of $3.6 million in roughly equal parts from donors, magazine subscriber-members, and governments.

Canada’s National History Society is an equal-opportunity employer. We are committed to and practice employment equity in hiring staff and work to cultivate diversity in the workplace. We believe that everyone in Canada has the right to participate, learn from and work in an inclusive and respectful environment that promotes equal opportunities and is free from discrimination and harassment. We are also committed to amplifying the voices and stories of diverse communities across Canada.

THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS

Between 12 and 15 directors are responsible for the governance of the organization through sound, ethical, legal and financial management policies. The board ensures the Society has adequate resources to advance its mission.

Directors may serve up to two 3-year terms and are appointed based on skills criteria and consideration of diversity, geography, and language.

EXPECTATIONS

• Attend board meetings via video conference. Typically 5 per year.
• August AGM in Winnipeg.
• Serve on at least one committee.
• Directors are expected to make the Society one of their top charitable donations each year.

SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE

Preference is given to individuals with some mix of the following:

• Governance and not-for-profit experience;
• Expertise/interest in Canadian history and thinking historically;
• Career expertise in legal, finance, publishing or human resources;
• Experience in fundraising, marketing and digital media; and/or
• Strategic planning and implementation.

Interested parties are invited to submit their resume to governance@canadashistory.ca at any time of the year for consideration by the Governance committee. Board appointments are confirmed at the August AGM.