Now Accepting Board Members!

March 27, 2025

The Board is currently looking for candidates for Director positions who are community-minded and are looking for a way to serve families in Mississauga & Brampton.

Become a Board member to make a difference in the lives of families in the Region of Peel!

BridgeWay at a Glance

• We employ over 100 staff
• BridgeWay has many locations indoor, outdoor and online
• BridgeWay Family Centre is a Registered Charity
• BridgeWay Family Centre has been delivering free programs for families with young children since 1984. From the prenatal period to the age of 6, we nurture parents’ confidence.

Learn more About BridgeWay on our About page or meet our current Board of Directors.

BridgeWay is fully committed to an inclusive environment that attracts and retains a diverse workforce at all levels of the organization and reflect the families we serve in the region of Peel.

We welcome applications from racialized persons, women, Indigenous persons, persons with disabilities, 2SLGBTQ+ persons, and those from diverse backgrounds and experiences. If you require accommodation during the recruitment and selection process, please let us know via email [email protected].

Key Accountabilities

Participate in board discussions and contribute ideas to the board in order to advance the impact of the BridgeWay Family Centre (BridgeWay) in Mississauga & Brampton. Specifically, duties include:

• Attend all Board and committee meetings and functions such as special events
• Be informed about the organization’s mission, services, policies and programs
• Review agenda and supporting materials prior to Board and committee meetings and raise concerns prior to the meeting
• Constructively contribute in Board and committee discussions
• Serve on committees or working groups and offer to take on special assignments
• Be a member of BridgeWay
• Act as an advocate for the organization
• Suggest possible nominees to the Board who can make significant contributions to the work of the Board and the organization
• Keep up to date on developments in the organization’s field (i.e. newspaper articles,     information brought to the Board)
• Follow Conflict of Interest and Confidentiality policies
• Assist the Board in carrying out its fiduciary responsibilities such as reviewing the organization’s annual financial statements
• Abide by BridgeWay Board of Directors’ Code of Conduct

Board Member Commitment

• Our Board of Directors meets on the fourth Tuesday evening, bi-monthly, for three hours  (online, with 1-2 in person meetings per year).
• Individual committee meetings are typically monthly.
• A 3 year commitment is required, with approximately 5-10 hours spent each month on board work.

Requirements for Success

• A strong desire to enrich the lives of families with children ages birth – 6
• A flexible approach and willingness to adapt to the changing needs of the Board
• Good understanding of the organization, what it does and how it does it
• Minimum 5-10 hour a month commitment
• A long term vision for your involvement within BridgeWay

Apply to Become a Board Member:

If you are interested in applying, please send a resume with cover letter to: [email protected]