• Soccer Nova Scotia

    Board of Directors - Nomination Form

  • ABOUT THE ROLE:

    The Soccer Nova Scotia Board of Directors provides strategic oversight, governance leadership, and stewardship of the organization’s long-term vision for soccer in Nova Scotia.

    Members of the board are responsible for:

    • Providing and setting strategic oversight and direction to the organization
    • Oversight of organizational performance and risk
    • Ensuring and supporting strong governance and financial stewardship
    • Representing the interests of the soccer community
    • Representing the values and mission of Soccer Nova Scotia

    2026 POSITIONS:

    President - 3-year term

    Three Director(s) - 3-year term

    Estimated commitment: 5-6 board meetings per year + committee participation

    VISION
    A community-driven, nationally recognized leader in the development and growth of soccer.

    MISSION
    Our mission is to provide leadership to our members by building vibrant communities through a player-centred approach, embracing the values of fair play, respect, and a passion for the game of soccer.

    OUR CORE VALUES
    Our core values are based on the history of the sport and serve to inform how we interact with each other and the community around us. These values provide clarity and guidance. Vocalizing and knowing our values allows us to make decisions and define what is essential to Soccer Nova Scotia. They are the compass by which we make decisions.

    RESPECT | INNOVATION | QUALITY | INTEGRITY | EQUITY 

    DIVERSITY | INCLUSION

     

    REQUIRED DOCUMENTS:

    The following will be required to be submitted through this form:

    • Resume
    • Two (2) References
    • Letter of Reference
    • Criminal Record Check*
    • Nominator

    A Criminal Record Check and Vulnerable Sector Check will be required from successful candidates prior to election confirmation.

  • Board Commitment and Expectations

  • Board members are expected to:

     

    • attend approximately 5-6 board meetings annually
    • participate on at least one committee
    • review board materials in advance of meetings
    • uphold governance policies
  • Are you able to commit to attending regular board meetings (approximately 5 meetings per year, on Saturday mornings) and participating in committee work?

  • CANDIDATE INFORMATION

  • SNS is committed to equity and inclusion. To the extent that you are comfortable, please select the options below that reflect the intersections of your identity or how you show up in the world.
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  • CANDIDATE MOTIVATION

  • SKILLS MATRIX

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  • TOP COMPETENCIES

  • Which of these competencies do you believe are your top five strengths?
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  • REFERENCES

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  • Nominator

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  • Conflict of Interest Disclosure

  • Do you currently hold any position with a Soccer Nova Scotia member organization?*

  • Candidate's Fair Process Declaration

  • I, having placed my name in nomination as a candidate for the position of on the Soccer Nova Scotia Board of Directors at the elections in 2026, do hereby solemnly swear and attest that, at any and all times, during my efforts to gain election, I will:

    • Respect the ethical principles and requirements pertaining to the Directors set out in it's By-laws, Rules and Regulations, and Governance Policies (www.soccerns.ca). https://soccerns.ca/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/2025-SNS-Bylaws_Approved_06082025.pdf
    • Ensure that my candidacy is put forward on the merits of my platform.
    • Avoid negative election campaign tactics
    • Avoid conduct of a nature that may cause harm to the reputation of Soccer Nova Scotia.
    • Not offer any inducement or consideration that confers a benefit, advantage or reward to another person following the election in exchange for votes or voting support.

    I have signed this document with full knowledge, understanding and acceptance of the preceding.

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  • I confirm that the information provided in this nomination is accurate and that I agree to the above declaration*
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