Join the Board of Directors

Join the Board of Directors

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Positions

Non-Profit Board Member / Board of Directors

Organization

Sorauren Farmers’ Market Association (SFMA)

Location

Toronto, Ontario

Commitment

8–12 meetings per year + 1–4 hours per month

Type

Volunteer, two-year renewable term

About Sorauren Farmers’ Market Association

Since 2008, the Sorauren Farmers’ Market Association (SFMA) has been a welcoming hub for local food and community connection. As a registered non-profit organization, we support sustainable farmers and producers and foster important dialogue around farming, food systems, and healthy eating. Our market operates year-round, with the summer season at Sorauren Park and winter season at Henderson Brewing, and continues to grow as a vital part of the city’s local food ecosystem.

Role : Board of Directors

The Board of Directors governs SFMA’s mission, strategy, and financial sustainability. Working in partnership with our Executive Director, board members focus on governance, fundraising, community engagement, and strategic planning.

Govern SFMA’s mission, strategy, and financial sustainability.

Partner with the Executive Director on governance and strategy.

Drive fundraising and community engagement initiatives.

Support strategic planning and board governance practices.

Serve as a Board Secretary (specific role) to manage governance records and communications.

Preferred Competencies

Grant research and writing

Fundraising or sponsorship development

Event planning or community engagement

Communications or marketing

Project management

Non-profit governance or board experience

Experience as a farmer, producer, or market vendor

Board Secretary : Specific Role

Support strong governance by ensuring accurate record-keeping of board and member meetings.

Manage and maintain corporate documents (minutes, bylaws, policies, filings).

Issue meeting notices and maintain the official director registry.

Support board communications and scheduling.

Time Commitment

Board meetings : 8–12 per year (typically one hour each, virtual)

Additional work : 1–4 hours per month for preparation or initiatives

Executive Director manages day‑to‑day operations; board members focus on governance, strategy, and support.

As a Director, You’ll

Help shape the future of a thriving community market and local food ecosystem.

Gain valuable non-profit board experience in a collaborative, inclusive environment.

How To Apply

Thank you for your interest in joining the Sorauren Farmers’ Market Association Board! Please complete the Board Member Application Form here. Please mention you saw this at

GoodWork.ca . Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis. If you have questions, please reach out to soraurenmarketboard@gmail.com.

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