Mississauga’s premiere chamber choir is seeking dynamic individuals with experience in non-profit organizations or participation in arts and/or arts administration to join its volunteer Board of Directors. Our innovative and inclusive team looks forward to welcoming you as a member of our board of directors as we continue to bring the choral arts to the communities of Mississauga.

As a member of the Mississauga Choral Society (operating as Mississauga Chamber Singers) Board, you help ensure that the organization continues to offer classical choral music at the highest possible level of performance excellence to audiences in the City of Mississauga.

Mission Statement:

  • to be a community based auditioned concert chamber choir presenting excellent performances of varied classical repertoire
  • to present and develop the classic choral art form
  • to develop and strengthen our community relationships within the communities of Mississauga.
  • to be a thriving, vibrant and integral member of the community through a shared celebration of the joy of singing
  • to delight and engage our audiences, motivating their loyalty and generosity
  • To promote emerging artists and foster the choral art form in young people

Role of the Board of Directors:

The role of the board is to ensure that Mississauga Chamber Singers achieves its mission in an ethical way through linkages between the organization and Its community. In addition, the board has the overall responsibility for the financial stewardship and viability of Mississauga Chamber Singers and must ensure that it raises appropriate funding to meet the overall objectives.

Major responsibilities:

  • Organizational leadership and advisement
  • Commitment to the organization’s strategic directions
  • Oversight of policies and procedures
  • Active participation in the discussions and the deliberations of the Board

Meetings and time commitment:

  • The board of directors typically meets 6 times per year, usually in August, September, November, January, March, and May.
  • A time commitment of approximately 3-5 hours per month, (includes Board preparation, meeting and committee meeting time)

Expectations of Board Members:

  • Directors familiarize themselves with the work and finances of the organization
  • Directors are active participants and volunteer for and willingly accept assignments and complete them thoroughly and on time
  • Directors are expected to attend all board meetings, and to prepare by reviewing materials and reports prior to meetings
  • Directors participate in fundraising for the organization in accordance with the annual fundraising strategy
  • Directors are expected to make, or generate, an annual financial donation to the organization.
  • Directors believe in and commit to the organization’s mission and advocate for the organization and Its activities.

To Apply or for More Information:

Forward your application or request for information to: jcrawford@mcsociety.ca