The Shooting Federation of Canada (SFC) is pleased to announce the nomination process for positions on its Board of Directors.
The Nominations Committee is issuing a Call for Nominations for the Board in preparation for the Annual Meeting scheduled to be held virtually September 6th, 2025
Positions to be filled:
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2 Director-at-large positions (3-year terms for each)
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PTSO Council Director (3-year Term)
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Rifle Council Director (3-year term)
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Shotgun Council Director (1-year remainder of term)
The Nominating Committee is composed of three independent Shooting Federation volunteers, whose mandate is to review all submissions, interview all candidates and then recommend candidates to stand for election to the Board with selections based on identified organizational needs.
The committee is seeking nominations for candidates to fill two Director-at-large positions for three-year terms. Currently, the key competencies the Board is looking for include legal expertise, technology, human resources, and diversity & equity in line with Shooting Federation’s long-term planning. There are requirements to serve as a Director under Canada’s Not-for-Profit Corporations Act, in addition to these, strengths in any of the competency areas are an asset. Note if elected, Directors will be required to abide by all policies which would include safe sport items such as criminal record checks, required online training modules and agreement to a Code of Conduct.
Anyone seeking to stand for election to the Shooting Federation of Canada’s Board of Directors must submit a letter of interest with resume no later than noon on July 23, 2025. Those running for Council positions also need to complete the nominee form (available here) and are welcome to submit a photo at their discretion. (For clarity, Director-at-Large positions do not require nominee forms, only a letter of interest with resume).
Information about the Shooting Federation Board’s Mandate
Purpose
Shooting Federation’s Board is a strategic Board focusing on policy and governance. The purpose of the Board is to set the overall direction of the Federation through setting goals, determining policies, securing resources, and monitoring the organizations’ performance.
Duties
The Board shall be responsible for initiating policies, overseeing risk management, developing strategic plans, and at a policy level carry out the purposes of the Federation, and to support initiatives and activities of the staff team.
Term
The term of Office shall be three (3) years at which time the incumbent is eligible to stand for re-election (up to 3 consecutive terms).
Time Commitment
Attendance at all Board Meetings, usually virtually, occasionally in person, potentially up to 10 meetings/year. Participate as required in special events and on standing and/or ad hoc committees, averaging approximately 3-5 hours a month.
