Rooftops Canada, a Canadian charitable organization, is the international program of Canada’s co-op and social housing movements.
Rooftops Canada works with local and global partners to improve housing and build sustainable communities in the Global South. It is committed to promoting housing rights, gender equality and good governance while engaging Canadians in addressing poverty and inequality overseas. The primary geographic focus is Sub-Saharan Africa. Rooftops Canada celebrated 35 years of success in 2020.
They are looking for a new board member to represent CHF Canada members and associates in Ontario starting in September 2021 for a three-year term (renewable once). This eight-person board typically meets four times a year. Board members also participate in task teams as needed and work with staff on fundraising, outreach and education.
If you are interested in being a board member and would like a detailed description of the position, please contact Rooftops Canada’s Executive Director, Barry Pinsky, barry@rooftops.ca. The application deadline is August 6, 2021.
Rooftops Canada is committed to a Board of Directors that reflects the diversity of those in the co-op and social housing sector including people of all gender identities, people of colour, people living with disabilities, Indigenous people and youth.