Board of Directors

This is your opportunity to make a lasting impact on our community by becoming a board member with the North Simcoe Muskoka Hospice Palliative Care Network (NSMHPCN) and Hospice Orillia.

We are currently recruiting new board members who are committed to improving the way palliative care is delivered in North Simcoe Muskoka and are seeking passionate, skilled, and community-minded individuals.

Potential members must demonstrate a passion for improving the quality and sustainability of palliative care, exercise skill and diligence in the best interest of our organization and abide by existing governance regulations for non-profit organizations.

Our mission is to support the provision of exceptional hospice palliative care and end of life care through partnerships, innovative programs and knowledge exchange. We envision a community where the experience of hospice palliative care and end of life care honors each individual and their choices. We believe that with our aging population, this work has never been more important than it is today.

We invite you to look at our Strategic Plan which sets out the strategic directions and priorities for the coming years.

Skills and Experience Required:

We welcome applicants from diverse backgrounds with lived experience or interest in:

·        Healthcare, palliative care, or hospice services

·        Finance, accounting, budgeting

·        Fundraising, donor management, and communications

·        Governance, leadership, and board experience

​What is involved:

·        Monthly board meetings (Approximately 9 meetings a year; 3-4 hours per month)

·        Active participation in board committees and working groups

·        Community outreach and advocacy

Interested candidates should apply by sending a letter of interest along with a current CV or other indication of the skills the candidate is providing to Whitney Vowels, Executive Director – whitney@nsmhpcn.ca.