The Central Vancouver Island Multicultural Society (CVIMS) is seeking community-minded volunteers to join our Board of Directors.
For over 45 years, CVIMS has been a leader in newcomer and refugee services – offering settlement, language, employment, family and community engagement programs that promote equity, diversity, and inclusion across Central Vancouver Island.
As a Board member, you’ll help guide our strategic direction, strengthen governance, and champion a community where everyone belongs and newcomers can thrive.
- Contribute to strategic planning, governance, business/entrepreneurship and policy development.
- Provide financial oversight and ensure resources are managed responsibly.
- Participate in at least one Board committee.
- Work collaboratively with fellow board members and the Executive Director to advance CVIMS’s mission and strategic goals.
- Act as an ambassador for CVIMS within the community.
Term: Three years
Commitment: Approximately 4-6 hours per month
Location: Central Vancouver Island (meetings in Nanaimo and online)
Compensation: Volunteer position (unpaid)
We welcome applicants from all backgrounds, especially those with experience in law and fundraising. We value lived experience that reflects the diversity of our community, including Indigenous peoples, newcomers, and members of equity-deserving groups.
If you’re passionate about helping newcomers thrive and building an inclusive future, we’d love to hear from you.
Apply today: Submit a short statement of interest and résumé below.
