General Responsibilities of Board Members:

• Overall governance of SA by establishing and monitoring policies and programs and supporting
  development and effectiveness of the Board of Directors.
• Establish strategic purpose and direction for SA by participating in regular strategic planning and monitoring performance toward the plan’s results.
• Hire the Executive Director while ensuring that they have the necessary leadership abilities, skills, experience, education and personality that will grow SA and monitoring the Executive Director’s performance toward responsibilities and yearly objectives.
• Represent SA and its programs and services to stakeholders, including community funders and clients.
• Ensure the financial health of SA by complying with fiscal policies and procedures and through ongoing analysis of financial reports.
• Ensure effective performance of the agency’s programs through ongoing program planning and evaluation.
• Ensure compliance with federal, provincial, local and Society policies and procedures.
• Maintain confidentiality policies with respect to membership and Board discussions