2026 ASPECT Board Application Survey

2026 ASPECT Board Application

Now recruiting for three new board members!
Introduction

Thank you for taking the time to fill out this application. ASPECT works toward creating a board that is diverse in location, experience, thought, and representation.

The application deadline is Friday, January 16, 2026.

For more information about the ASPECT Board, board position requirements, selection matrix, and a copy of the following questions, please go to the ASPECT Board website.

Preferably, all board members should hold a senior leadership position within their organization, such as CEO/ED, Director of Employment Programs, or an equivalent. However, in the interest of justice, equity, diversity, and inclusion, this requirement is reviewed on a case-by-case basis.

If you would prefer to work out your answers on paper before completing this online form, you may download a copy to print.
1. Contact Information
Name

First NameLast Name
Email
Phone Number
Please enter a valid phone number.
Organization Name
Job Title
Address

Street Address

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CityProvince

Postal Code
2. Geographic: In what region(s) does your organization currently deliver services?
Desired board criteria: reflect the geographic differences in the province.
Please check all that apply.

North Coast & NechakoNortheastCaribooThompson-OkanaganKootenayMainland/SouthwestVancouver Island/Coast
3. Governance: What is your previous board governance experience? Please rate your intensity of understanding or experience.
a. Desired board criteria: ideally, the ASPECT board will have a diverse group of individuals bringing board experience to the table. Should an individual not have board experience, they may still be suitable; however, they would require initial orientation and training to support them in their role.

b. Defined by knowledge of, and experience with, policy setting, board planning, decision-making, and monitoring processes.

	None: No experience or exposure	Some: Limited experience; basic familiarity	Moderate: Solid, working experience; comfortable in this area	Extensive: High-level experience; strong competency or leadership
Board Experience
Board Leadership
Committee (Board or Council)
Corporate Leadership
Private/Commercial
Public/Crown Corporation

We encourage you to elaborate and provide clarification or include other skills related to governance.
4. Specific Knowledge/Skills: What knowledge, skills, and/or training do you consider you may be able to contribute to ASPECT?
Desired board criteria: to understand the sector in which ASPECT members work.

Defined by direct experience working in the sector as an ASPECT member or significant knowledge gained through other involvement (policy development & implementation, academic study, government, etc.)

	None: No experience or exposure	Some: Limited experience; basic familiarity	Moderate: Solid, working experience; comfortable in this area	Extensive: High-level experience; strong competency or leadership
Accounting / Financial Management
Advocacy
Capacity-Building
Community or Social Services
Community Organizing
Corporate / Business
Education / Training
Employment Sector Knowledge
Event Planning
Fundraising
Government, Legislation, or Legislative Process
Government Relations
Human Resources
Indigenous Cultural Competency
Justice, Equity, Diversity & Inclusion
Leadership & People Management
Legal
Marketing & Communications
Meeting Management
Policy Development
Program Delivery
Public Speaking / Outreach
Risk Assessment & Risk Management
Strategy, Planning & Implementation
Volunteer Engagement

We encourage you to elaborate and provide clarification or include other skills related to governance.
5. Areas of Influence
What community connections, partnerships, and affiliations are you involved in? Please check all that apply and add details to the comment box.

Desired board criteria: to enable the board to represent BC and the sector as a whole, to be able to advocate, know what is happening on the ground, to grow membership, and recruit board members.

Defined by connections to the community, to ministries and other funders, to clients, memberships in associations (like a Chamber of Commerce), work history, partnerships (formal partnerships with other organizations—MOUs, etc.).

Range of Experience

	None: No experience or exposure	Some: Limited experience; basic familiarity	Moderate: Solid, working experience; comfortable in this area	Extensive: High-level experience; strong competency or leadership
Business & Industry
Community Development/Nonprofits
Ethnocultural Communities
Government (civic, provincial, federal)
Media/Advertising

Please identify organizations/committees you belong to or have belonged to.
6. Knowledge - Funding: What is your knowledge of funders and funding trends?
Desired board criteria: experience working with organizations that are publicly funded and have an understanding of how public policy affects the delivery of programs and services.

Defined by success in securing and maintaining public-sector funding.
Please choose an answer that describes your knowledge and then comment:

I don't feel I know all I could about this; it's an area for learning and development for me.I am comfortable with this and meet the level described by the desired board criteria.I am very knowledgeable in the area. (Please use the comment section to describe your experience.
We encourage you to elaborate and provide clarification.
7. Knowledge - Trends: Are you aware of trends and issues facing the sector?
Desired board criteria: advocacy role of the board; able to speak on behalf of the sector as a whole. Evidence-based, solution-focused advocacy.

Defined by broad knowledge of the sector above and beyond individual agency experience.
Please choose an answer that describes your knowledge and then comment:

I don't feel I know all I could about this; it's an area for learning and development for me.I am comfortable with this and meet the level described by the desired board criteria.I am very knowledgeable in the area. (Please use the comment section to describe your experience.
Please comment if you wish to add to or clarify your answer above.
8. Organizational Leadership & Management: What is your organizational leadership and management experience?
Desired board criteria: strong understanding of organizational leadership and able to provide governance at a macro-level.
Please choose an answer that describes your organizational leadership and management, and then comment:

I don't feel I know all I could about this; it's an area for learning and development for me.I am comfortable with this and meet the level described by the desired board criteria.I am very knowledgeable in the area. (Please use the comment section to describe your experience.
Please comment if you wish to add to or clarify your answer above.
9. What service/program sectors for specialized populations experience do you have?
Desired board criteria: knowledge and experience with diverse populations within the sector.
Type a question

YouthIndigenousMulticulturalPersons with DisabilitiesWomanOlder WorkersCorrectionsSingle ParentsLabourPersons Fleeing ViolenceImmigrant/RefugeesNone of the Above
Please comment if you wish to add to or clarify your answer above.
10. Please summarize the reasons for your interest in joining the ASPECT board.
11. Are you employed by, or an owner of, an ASPECT member organization?
Desired board criteria: consistent with the policy that a majority of board members are drawn from ASPECT member organizations.
YesNoNot sure
12. Is your organization nonprofit or private?
Desired board criteria: reflects the proportions of ASPECT membership.
NonprofitPrivateOther
13. ASPECT is committed to a diverse, inclusive, and equitable environment where all board members feel respected and valued regardless of gender, age, race, ethnicity, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, education, or any other bias.
We respect the value that diverse life experiences bring strength to our board and leadership, and we strive to listen to their views and give them value. If you wish to self-identify as a member of an underrepresented group, please do so; however, this is not a requirement of your board application.
14. I agree to:
1. Time Commitments for ASPECT Board Members
- 2 in-person board meetings in April and November (ASPECT pays for travel expenses)
- Monthly video conference calls
- Serve on at least one committee; monthly video conference call
- Committee work as needed
- The position term is 2 years
2. Adhere to the ASPECT Professional Code of Ethics
- Respect and dignity for members and clients
- Honest, open, and accountable
- Committed to community
- Client-centred
- Professional
3. Demonstrate desired qualities of ethical behaviour
- Explain and honour confidentiality
- Keep words and actions consistent
- Know and explain the limits of working relationships
- Be accessible and treat clients equitably
- Commit to open, fair, and transparent processes
- Stay current on issues and resources relevant to members, clients, and communities
- Promote a healthy and productive workplace
4. Support the principles of Community-Based Training
- Promote a participant-based model of delivery
- Focus on the personal autonomy of the participant
- A holistic approach in which supports are integral
- Working towards barrier-free access
- Cultural sensitivity, inclusivity, and non-discriminatory practices.
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2026 ASPECT Board Application

1. Contact Information

2. Geographic: In what region(s) does your organization currently deliver services?

3. Governance: What is your previous board governance experience? Please rate your intensity of understanding or experience.

4. Specific Knowledge/Skills: What knowledge, skills, and/or training do you consider you may be able to contribute to ASPECT?

5. Areas of Influence

6. Knowledge - Funding: What is your knowledge of funders and funding trends?

7. Knowledge - Trends: Are you aware of trends and issues facing the sector?

8. Organizational Leadership & Management: What is your organizational leadership and management experience?

9. What service/program sectors for specialized populations experience do you have?

10. Please summarize the reasons for your interest in joining the ASPECT board.

11. Are you employed by, or an owner of, an ASPECT member organization?

12. Is your organization nonprofit or private?

13. ASPECT is committed to a diverse, inclusive, and equitable environment where all board members feel respected and valued regardless of gender, age, race, ethnicity, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, education, or any other bias.

14. I agree to: