We're Looking for Our Next Board Treasurer

Overview

This organization is seeking a volunteer Board member to serve as Treasurer. As the group grows, strengthening financial governance, long-term sustainability, and fundraising capacity are top priorities.

Board participation is fully remote, allowing directors from anywhere in Canada to participate (British Columbia is preferred but not required).

Background

What began in Nelson, BC has expanded into a national nonprofit that supports communities in hosting free avalanche awareness and snowpack education events across British Columbia, Alberta, and Quebec throughout the winter months.

During the 2025/26 season, volunteers and avalanche professionals helped deliver:

• 40 free public education events
• 10 mountain communities across Canada
• 4,400+ in-person attendees
• 6,500+ livestream viewers

In early August, the Annual General Meeting will include an election of three new directors to the Board.

Treasurer Role (Governance & Oversight)

This is a governance and strategic oversight role—not a day-to-day bookkeeping position.

The organization already works with a professional accountant, has established financial systems in place, and the current Treasurer is committed to supporting a smooth transition into the role.

Responsibilities

• Provide financial leadership and governance oversight as Board Treasurer
• Support the organization’s long-term financial sustainability
• Contribute to fundraising capacity strengthening and related financial planning
• Help ensure appropriate financial systems and processes remain effective as the organization prepares for its next stage

Requirements

• Strong accounting or finance background
• Commitment to good governance and support for purpose-driven organizations
• Ability to participate as a remote Board director from anywhere in Canada

Preferred Qualifications

• Personal connection to the backcountry

Compensation & Benefits

• Volunteer Board position (no compensation or benefits stated)

Location

• Fully remote Board participation across Canada (British Columbia preferred but not required)