Volunteer Board Member

The Halifax Lancers Board of Directors is actively seeking expressions of interest from enthusiastic members to volunteer for the Lancers Board. We hope you will consider contributing your time and talents.

Of note, Lancers has greatly benefited from having the perspective of a lawyer on our board and are currently seeking an individual with legal experience.

Halifax Lancers is a non-profit organization committed to Building Better Lives through Horses and modelling diversity, inclusion, and equity and maintaining fair and equal opportunities and treatment for all. We recognize the value that a diverse range of life experiences can bring to our board and leadership.

What does the Halifax Lancers Board of Directors do?

We are a volunteer working Board consisting of parents, guardians, adult riders, and community members who are elected or whose appointment is confirmed by our membership for a three-year term at our AGM in December.

Our Board of Directors guides the strategic direction of Halifax Lancers and is committed to the highest standards of governance. We develop and implement policies, maintain our financial stability through fund development planning and fundraising initiatives, and ensure the preservation of our historic building, riding school, and equine supported wellness programs.

Time commitment is approximately 6-8 hours per month:
– Monthly meetings are approximately 2 hours and held on the third Wednesday of the month at 6:45pm (no meeting in August).
– Board members sit on, or chair a committee. Frequency of meetings depends on the needs of that committee.
– There is an Annual Board Retreat that is usually a half-day event held in Halifax.
– The Board of Directors hosts and staffs the Welcome Back BBQ in September.
– Our AGM is takes place in December.

If you are interested in learning more, please reach out to Lynn Flewelling: lynn@board.halifaxlancers.com. We are happy to chat virtually or in person, to discuss your interests and the workings of the Board. If you are ready to submit your name, please send along your resume and a Letter of Interest to any member of our Nominations Committee.

With thanks,

The Halifax Lancers Board of Directors

Job Deadline/Expiry Date: 12/31/2024