We invite committed and enthusiastic individuals to join the Centre for Independent Living in Toronto’s (CILT) dynamic Board of Directors as we continue to empower people with disabilities to live independently and take control of their own lives.
WHY JOIN CILT’S BOARD OF DIRECTORS:
- Support CILT’s operations and the hundreds of consumers we serve across a variety of programs geared toward opportunities for people with disabilities to learn skills necessary for successful inclusion into society, including social and economic opportunities.
- Have a say in the direction of the organization and ensure we are on track to meet the goals set by the strategic plan
- Make a meaningful difference in the lives of people with disabilities and help shape a more inclusive community
- Gain experience contributing with a diverse and dynamic CILT Board of Directors and establish professional connections
QUALIFICATIONS:
- Understands, supports and is committed to the Independent Living philosophy
- Familiar with the disability community in Toronto and the surrounding area
- Experience developing/delivering budgets and financial statements is an asset
MEETINGS:
- CILT’s Board of Directors meets approximately every 2 months for 1.5-2 hours
- Meetings take place virtually over Zoom. Directors are also welcome to join by phone
CILT BOARD OF DIRECTORS ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Directors are responsible to Members of the organization. The Director acts as a trustee on behalf of all members of CILT and people with disabilities in Toronto and the surrounding area.
- Directors are expected to attend all board meetings, including the Annual General Meeting (AGM), and arrive on time. Meeting minutes and documents are provided prior to the meetings and should be reviewed in advance.
- Directors understand and oversee all CILT’s finances. They must participate in the decision-making process by expressing insights, thoughts, opinions, and concerns related to CILT, and when appropriate, volunteer to serve on Board sub-committees. Any potential conflicts of interest must be declared, and all matters of the organization must be treated with confidentiality and sensitivity.
- Accept all other duties as required and adhere to the organizational By-laws and policies.
HOW TO APPLY:
If you are interested in applying to join CILT’s Board of Directors, please submit your resume and cover letter to cilt@cilt.ca by June 25, 2026. All applications will be reviewed by the Nominations Committee of the CILT Board of Directors.
We encourage applications from disabled people who are also Black, Indigenous, People of Colour, 2-Spirit, LGBTQ+, Immigrants and Refugees, people living in poverty, unhoused, underhoused people and anyone else from communities experiencing systemic barriers.
MORE ABOUT CILT:
The Centre for Independent Living in Toronto (CILT) is a consumer-controlled, community-based resource organization dedicated to supporting people with disabilities to live independently and participate fully in their communities. Grounded in the principles of the Independent Living (IL) movement, CILT is “for persons with a disability… by persons with a disability.” A majority of CILT’s board and staff are people with disabilities, ensuring that the organization remains consumer-directed and reflective of lived experience.
CILT’s By-laws require that the majority of the board shall be made up of disabled consumers and that the positions of President and Vice-President shall at all times be a disabled consumer.
For more information about CILT, please visit our website at: www.cilt.ca
