Nominations for the 2024 AFP Canada Board of Directors

FRANÇAIS

AFP Canada, formed in 2017, was created to bring a Canadian perspective to AFP’s government relations and communications (e.g., legislation and regulations that affect fundraising, bilingualism and a focus on Truth and Reconciliation). We represent over 3,000 fundraising professionals working to support causes and missions that help Canadians from coast to coast to coast. We serve as a part of the larger AFP Global network—the largest community of professional fundraisers in the world.

Guided by the AFP in Canada Strategic Plan, we focus on government relations and communications. Working in close partnership with 21 local chapters and the AFP Foundation for Philanthropy – Canada, AFP Canada strives to stimulate a world of generosity through ethical and effective fundraising.

The AFP Canada Board is a working board seeking active participation, committee involvement and a desire to elevate the profession in Canada. Board members are expected to maintain their AFP membership, adhere to the AFP Code of Ethics, attend 75% of all board meetings and are encouraged to make a donation to the AFP Foundation for Philanthropy – Canada in alignment with personal giving goals.  

AFP Canada is committed to the principles of IDEA (Inclusion, Diversity, Equity, Access). As part of that commitment, AFP provides an opportunity for all board members to access anti-racism training which you will be asked to complete within the first three months of your board service. We strive to create a welcoming and diverse board where all members feel they belong, feel heard, and are appreciated for their unique contributions. Special consideration will be given to people from different sectors (arts, health, education, consultant/agency etc.), organization size, backgrounds, races, languages, religions and communities across Canada.

Nominations were accepted until Friday, September 8, 2023, at 11:59 p.m. EDT. 

The evaluation criteria used by the Nominating Committee includes:

• Leadership ability that demonstrates the skills needed to govern a professional association;
• Previous service to AFP, philanthropy and the community locally, nationally and/or internationally;
• Participation in AFP activities as a volunteer; and
• AFP membership standing (membership is required for board service).

Additional consideration will be given to the following:

• Relevant professional certification, education or learning;
• Overall knowledge of AFP;
• Demonstrated inclusive leadership experience;
• Financial support of the AFP Foundation for Philanthropy – Canada;
• Ability to communicate in both of Canada’s official languages;
• Diversity of geographic location and of chapter size;
• Diversity of areas of professional practice;
• Demographic diversity (e.g., people of different ages, races, religions, sexual orientation, etc.);
• Other community perspectives needed by AFP at the time candidates are being considered.

The board will consist of up to twenty members. Directors shall serve two-year terms with a maximum of eight consecutive years on the board. The opportunities available for 2024 are as follows: Secretary, Treasurer, and seven director positions.

All nominees will be contacted by the Nominating Committee to discuss their interest in the board. The proposed slate will be presented to the current board of directors and then to AFP members in Canada for endorsement in November; the final slate will be announced in December.

The 2024 board members will begin their service starting January 1, 2024. All new members will be assigned a mentor to help familiarize themselves with the board role. Additionally, an orientation session will be held in January which provides an overview of AFP Canada’s work. In the meantime, interested candidates are strongly encouraged to visit the AFP Canada website to learn more about our work in government relations and communications.

Please feel free to contact Lisa Davey (lisa.davey@afpglobal.org; 613-407-7169) if you have any questions.  

2023 AFP Canada Nominating Committee
Ken Mayhew, AFP Canada Past Chair
Amanda Fritz, CFRE, MPNL, Quebec Chapter
Rea Ganesh, AFP Canada Chair-Elect
Jennifer Johnstone, AFP Canada Chair 
Katherine Pui, Greater Vancouver Chapter
John Wong, CFRE, New Brunswick Chapter