A Guide for CRNs Appointing Members to the Foundation > CRN Foundation

Reviewed for Re-circulation on September 20, 2004
for Members for June 2004 - 2005

Preamble:

As with all other CRN activities, the process for choosing a member should be guided by the principles of CRN development:

Goals of the Foundation for this year:

The Role of Foundation Members:

Participation in the activities, discussions and decision-making of the Foundation
Represent and put forth the ideas, thoughts and opinions of their CRN at meetings of the Foundation
Provide information to the people they represent on the activities and decisions of the Foundation

Personal Attributes:

Skills, ability or interest in resource development
Time and interest to participate
Enthusiasm and support for the new Foundation
An understanding of the CRN role in the community and the role of the Foundation
Belief in the principles of CRN development
Understand and embrace the principles of resource development of the Foundation
Contacts in the community that may assist with resource development

Tasks and Responsibilities:

Participation in teleconference meetings with the Foundation Board and staff
Provide input and response to discussion papers or other matters
Ensure distribution of information and newsletters from the Foundation to all members of their local CRN
Participation in Committees of the Foundation, i.e. Resource Development Committee, Nomination Committee, etc.
Consider standing for election to the Board of Directors

Context:

One member one vote
In accordance with the Societies Act of BC, the Income Tax Act, the By-Laws of the Foundation, and on the advice of our legal counsel, paid employees of the Foundation and paid coordinators of CRNs are NOT eligible to be your appointed member.