Board Functions
The purpose of the Board of the Association, on behalf of the moral owners (members of Hostelling International), is to see to it that the organization achieves its Ends and operates within the boundaries established by the Board in the Executive Limitation Policies.
Governing Style
The board will govern lawfully and with an emphasis on outward vision, strategic leadership, clear distinction of Board and CEO roles, and pro-activity rather than reactivity.
Board Job Description
The job of the Board is to represent the membership of HI-C-PMR, in doing so, Directors of the Board must be aware that their responsibilities to the membership differ from those of management. In particular, the role of the Board is to be accountable to the members with regards to fiscal responsibility, maintenance and improvement of assets, and adherence and compliance to the mission statement. The Board will concentrate on the following job products, or outputs:
Board Member's Code of Conduct
Board members have a responsibility to each other, the membership, and to the employees of the organization.
Cost of Governance
The Board deems governance significant and will therefore invest to further the education and capacity of directors and staff.
Monitoring Board Performance
The Board will regularly monitor and discuss its own process and performance.
Monitoring Governance Process Policy Compliance
Monitoring compliance with governance policy is essential to ensure policy effectiveness, assess appropriateness, and help evaluate the quality and performance of directors and the Board as a whole.
National Association
The Board is responsible for the Association's participation, as the representative of its members, in the affairs of the National Association. On formal occassions, the Board must act through a national delegate who shall be a member of the Board.
Election/Voting Process
The roles of the Board, CEO and Nominating Committee in these processes shall be those defined in the bylaws, job descriptions and terms of reference developed by the Board, and as assigned by the Board.
Bylaws
True North Hostelling Association's Bylaws (PDF, 140 KB)
Board Policy Manual
True North Hostelling Association's Board Policy Manual (PDF, 180 KB)
Email the board at board.pm.dialogue@hihostels.ca
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