Board Committees

Board of DirectorsThe Sunnybrook Volunteer Association is governed by a ten member board of directors, elected each year at the Annual General Meeting in May/June. Members are drawn from all areas of Sunnybrook's volunteer service and sit on the board for a minimum of 2 to a maximum of 8 years.

Finance CommitteeThe Finance Committee, chaired by the Treasurer, oversees the financial planning and reporting processes of the Association, arranges for the annual audit and makes recommendations to the board on financial matters.

Recognition & Awards CommitteeThe Recognition & Awards Committee, in cooperation with Volunteer Resources, coordinates the granting of service awards to volunteers, prepares nominations for recognition awards such as the Hospital Auxiliaries of Ontario Provincial Life Member Awards and the Kay MacLellan award, and organizes other awards, such as student volunteer, co-op student, and staff.

Educational/Social CommitteeThe Educational/Social Committee arranges events of interest to volunteers including speaking engagements, social events and excursions and organizes special projects aimed at raising money for the hospital to support its patient care objectives.

Newsletter CommitteeThe Newsletter Committee prepares and publishes the Association’s quarterly newsletter and provides related communications support to the Association and the hospital’s Volunteer Resources department as required.

Archives CommitteeThe Archives Committee is responsible for collecting and maintaining archival materials which illustrate the development and growth of the Association since its inception in 1967.

Nominating CommitteeThe Nominating Committee develops candidates for the Board of Directors and its committees and makes recommendations to the Annual General meeting on board membership and to the Board on committee membership.