Open Volunteer Board Roles
Pride Halton is recruiting for three board seat roles. If you're passionate about the 2SLGBTQIA+ community and want to make a difference across Halton Region, we'd love to hear from you.
Pride Halton is a volunteer-led organization celebrating, supporting, and advocating for the 2SLGBTQIA+ community across Halton Region through events, education, and partnerships. We're currently seeking dedicated community members for the following board seat roles:
Volunteer Coordinator
Board SeatPosition Summary
The Volunteer Coordinator recruits, organizes, and supports the volunteers who power Pride Halton's events and programming. This role owns the volunteer experience end-to-end — from recruitment through event-day execution — ensuring Pride Halton has the people it needs, when it needs them.
Key Responsibilities
Recruitment & Onboarding
- Recruit volunteers year-round and ahead of key events (Pride festival, flag raisings, etc.)
- Screen, onboard, and orient new volunteers, including any required training
- Maintain an up-to-date volunteer roster and contact list
Scheduling & Event Support
- Build and manage volunteer schedules for events and ongoing programming
- Assign roles based on volunteer skills, availability, and event needs
- Serve as the primary point of contact for volunteers on event day; troubleshoot gaps or no-shows in real time
Retention & Recognition
- Foster a positive, inclusive volunteer experience that encourages people to return
- Recognize and appreciate volunteer contributions (shout-outs, thank-you events, etc.)
- Gather feedback after events to improve future volunteer coordination
Collaboration
- Work closely with event leads and committee chairs to understand volunteer needs
- Report volunteer participation and needs to the Board as requested
Qualifications
- Demonstrated commitment to 2SLGBTQIA+ rights and community wellbeing
- Experience coordinating volunteers or teams is an asset (nonprofit, event, or community setting)
- Strong organizational and communication skills; comfortable managing people and schedules under time pressure
- Ability to commit necessary time (variable; heaviest during event season)
- Halton-area ties preferred, not required
- Lived experience within the 2SLGBTQIA+ community welcomed and valued
Term
Board seat, renewable annually. Time commitment increases significantly in the weeks around major events.
Marketing & Communications Lead
Board SeatPosition Summary
The Marketing & Communications Lead owns Pride Halton's public voice and marketing strategy end-to-end. This role sets the direction for how Pride Halton shows up publicly — across digital, media, and community channels — and is accountable to the Board for results, not just activity.
Key Responsibilities
Strategy & Ownership
- Set the marketing and communications strategy for the year, aligned with Board priorities
- Own the content calendar, campaign planning, and channel strategy
- Make final calls on messaging, creative direction, and campaign timing
Campaigns & Promotion
- Lead marketing campaigns for events (Pride festival, flag raisings, fundraisers, etc.) from concept to results
- Own email newsletters and community announcements
- Track performance and adjust strategy based on results
Brand & Messaging
- Set and protect Pride Halton's brand, tone, and messaging standards across all materials
- Author or approve press releases, media requests, and public statements
- Ensure all communications reflect and represent the 2SLGBTQIA+ community
Leadership & Collaboration
- Direct volunteers or contributors supporting marketing execution, where applicable
- Partner with event leads and committee chairs, bringing marketing strategy to the table
- Report outcomes and strategic recommendations to the Board
Qualifications
- Demonstrated leadership in marketing, communications, or brand strategy (nonprofit, agency, or in-house)
- Comfortable setting strategy and making independent creative and messaging decisions
- Strong writing skills and fluency with digital tools (Canva, Meta Business Suite, Mailchimp, etc.)
- Demonstrated commitment to 2SLGBTQIA+ rights and community wellbeing
- Ability to commit necessary time (heaviest around campaigns and events)
- Halton-area ties preferred, not required
- Lived experience within the 2SLGBTQIA+ community welcomed and valued
Term
Board seat position, 1–2 year renewable term. Requires attendance at monthly board meetings, the AGM, key events, and committee work, in addition to marketing leadership duties.
Board Member
Board SeatPosition Summary
Board members provide strategic leadership, governance oversight, and hands-on support to advance Pride Halton's mission. This volunteer role requires genuine commitment to 2SLGBTQIA+ inclusion and the organization's long-term sustainability.
Key Responsibilities
Governance & Strategy
- Attend and actively contribute to monthly board meetings
- Shape strategic planning, policy, and organizational decisions
- Ensure compliance with bylaws and applicable laws
- Review and approve budgets, financial statements, and major expenditures
Oversight & Accountability
- Monitor performance against strategic goals; support risk management and financial/legal controls
- Participate in hiring, support, and evaluation of staff or contractors as applicable
Committee Work
- Take full ownership of assigned committee responsibilities (events, finance, communications, DEI, etc.) — driving outcomes, meeting deadlines, and proactively solving problems rather than waiting for direction
- Bring relevant expertise and see committee commitments through to completion
Community, Fundraising & Events
- Act as a community ambassador; support fundraising and sponsorships
- Help plan and run events (Pride festival, flag raisings, etc.); volunteer as needed
Qualifications
- Demonstrated commitment to 2SLGBTQIA+ rights and community wellbeing
- Asset: experience in nonprofit governance, events, finance, communications, fundraising, law, or community organizing
- Strong communication skills; 5–10 hrs/month (more during peak season)
- Halton-area ties preferred; lived 2SLGBTQIA+ experience welcomed
Term
1–2 year renewable terms. Requires attendance at monthly meetings, the AGM, key events, and committee work as assigned.
How to Apply
Submit a brief statement of interest and resume/bio to the Pride Halton Board. We welcome applicants of all backgrounds and identities, especially those underrepresented in leadership.
Apply via EmailEmail executivedirector@pridehalton.com with your statement of interest and the role you're applying for.