Join Our Board of Directors
Orillia Soldiers’ Memorial Hospital Foundation Board of Directors is seeking individuals who are accomplished in their fields and will be passionate leaders for the organization, overseeing its strategic objectives.
In 2026, the Board will launch a new strategic plan as it builds capacity for the needs of today and tomorrow. Exciting work lies ahead for the Foundation with confirmation this year of the construction of a new hospital to serve our growing communities.
If you’re interested in joining a dynamic team focused on growing philanthropic support for Soldiers’ Hospital, this may be the volunteer leadership role you’re looking for.
Who Can Get Involved?
Individuals with professional experience in one or more of the following areas are encouraged to apply:
·        All areas of philanthropy (including but not exclusive to campaigns, corporate sponsorship, grants, events, planned giving and major gifts)
·        Finance & Investment
·        Executive Leadership
·        Community Leadership
·        Legal
·        Information Technology
·        Marketing & Communications
·        Business Management
·        Human Resources
·        Hospital and Healthcare
Previous experience on a fundraising Board or senior-level experience in complex organizations is preferred.
Commitment
As a Board member, you will participate in regular Board meetings (5 per year) and promote the mission and goals of Orillia Soldiers’ Memorial Hospital Foundation within your network, including developing relationships with key stakeholders. In addition, each Director is expected to serve on at least one subcommittee of the Board (Executive Committee, Governance, Finance & Audit, Capital Campaign Steering Committee).
A time commitment of approximately 3-5 hours per month is required.
The role is a two-year renewable term and will begin June 2026.
How To Get Involved?
Please send your CV and a cover letter indicating why you are interested, what skills and experience you have demonstrated that meet our needs, and what personal qualities make you an ideal candidate for the Orillia Soldiers’ Memorial Hospital Foundation Board of Directors.
Application deadline: Friday, September 19, 2025
Send to the Attention of Board Chair, Cathy Clark, at: OSMHFoundation@osmh.on.ca
Additional Information – 2026 Nominating Process
–   Governance/Nominating Committee Interviews – February/March 2026
–     Governance Committee Recommendations of Nominations – April 2026
Selected applicants voted in as Directors at Foundation AGM – June 2026