Governance 101 - Building Better Non-Profit Boards

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Thursday, June 7th, 2018
5:00 PM to 8:00 PM

Did you know that there are more than 27,300 registered non-profit societies in BC? While we all follow the same requirements set out in the BC Societies Act, we do not all manage our boards or govern our societies in the same ways.

Governance 101 is a great way to explore and identify different governance models, better understand individual and organizational roles and responsibilities, and learn more about how you communicate, learn, and advance the needs of your organization at the board table.

This course is designed for first time board members who want to learn about board governance, existing board members who are reviewing their roles and responsibilities and building their governance tool kits, and for staff members who are engaging with board members for the first time and/or in new ways.

The class will meet in person on June 7th and again on June 21st from 5-8pm. During the two weeks in between there will be some readings assigned to participants.

June 7th Topics

Societies, Charities, and Purpose

Societies in British Columbia

Registered Charities

Finding Your Society’s True Purpose

Introduction to Governance

The Division of Duties

Theory Versus Practice

Board Models

Risk Board Responsibilities (Part A)

Establishing Mission, Vision, and Values

Fiscal and Legal Oversight

Management and Evaluation of the Senior Manager

June 21st Topics

Board Responsibilities (Part B)

Boundary Spanning and Community Connections

Resource and Asset Development

Systems Management and Security Management

Board Self-Management

Board Self Management and Evaluation

Job Descriptions and Terms of Reference

Policy Examples

Facilitator:

Since joining Volunteer Victoria as Executive Director in 2011, Lisa Mort-Putland has designed and delivered Governance 101 workshops to more than 150 non profit organizations of all shapes and sizes across Vancouver Island and the mainland.

Lisa holds a degree in drama and a masters degree in Public Administration - with a special focus on non profit management. Lisa has worked and volunteered in the non-profit sector for 30 years.