We’re hiring a board member!

CIHC is looking for a new Board member who is committed to reproductive justice and abortion access in Ontario. See the full job posting here.

The Board meets 8 times a year, with a monthly commitment of up to 4 hours. Meetings are primarily virtual, but you may be asked to participate in in-person meetings in Toronto. Board packages are sent electronically (in English) in advance of meetings. A term is a 3-year commitment, with the possibility of a second term.

If you have a commitment to pro-choice philosophy and equity, please consider applying. We are prioritizing candidates with strong finance and fundraising expertise, including:

• CPA designation (preferred)

• Financial oversight/governance experience, especially in non-profit, charitable, or healthcare environments

• Knowledge of sector-specific financial practices (e.g., multi-stream funding, restricted donations, Ministry-funded models, audit/compliance)

• Governance experience in fundraising and grants

We also welcome applicants who bring additional strengths in: anti-oppression and anti-racism, communications, disability rights, healthcare, or lived/professional experience within 2SLGBTQ, BIPOC, or /differently abled communities.

We will prioritize candidates who self-identify as:

• 2SLGBTQ

• BIPOC (Black, Indigenous, Person of Colour)

• Having a Disability/Being Differently Abled

CIHC is committed to equity, diversity, and inclusion, and to building an organization that reflects the communities we serve. We encourage applications from members of Indigenous, Black, and racialized communities; Two-Spirit, non-binary, trans, lesbian, gay, bisexual, and queer people; people with disabilities; youth; and members of other equity-seeking groups.

Our internal door systems are not automatic. Accommodations are available on request for people with disabilities who are selected for an interview and for all aspects of Board activities.

To apply, please send a letter (no more than 2 pages) outlining your experience, philosophy on abortion and reproductive justice and reasons for applying to the CIHC Board to info@choiceinhealth.ca with the subject: "Board of Directors application". Applications are due by Feb 22nd.

We thank all applicants for their interest. Only those selected for an interview will be contacted.