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2018 AGM: Accessibility and Governance

Events, Governance

On March 29th, the Roulant community gathered for it’s Annual General Meeting (AGM). In total, 124 people joined their voices, including voting members (clients, volunteers, and donors) and non-voting guests, neighbours, friends to choose new members for the board of directors. This gathering was especially special as it was our first community event with our newly built elevator. Last AGM, …

Official Invitation to our 2018 AGM!

Events, Governance

Do you want to know more about our activities, meet other community members or contribute to our organizational life at the Roulant? Then join us at our Annual General Meeting (AGM) happening March 29th at 5:15pm.  Who is a Santropol Roulant member? If you are reading our newsletter, you must already be a Roulant member; anyone who has volunteered, received a …

Meet the Candidates for the 2018 AGM

Governance

On March 29th, all members of the Roulant – volunteers, clients, donors and staff active within the last year – are invited to attend our Annual General Meeting (AGM) and cast your ballots. The assembly will elect new members to the Board of Directors of Santropol Roulant, for a 2-year mandate. Electing Board members is a significant event for the …

Call for Candidates: Treasurer of the Board of Directors

Governance, News, Volunteering - Personal

The Santropol Roulant Board of Directors is seeking a new member to fill the role of Treasurer, beginning in October 2017. The Board provides leadership, direction and oversight through, for example, the development of long-term strategic plans and organizational policies. In particular, the Treasurer is responsible for reviewing financial results and making recommendations to the board regarding financial decisions and …

2017 AGM: A record community turnout elects new board members

Events, Governance

On March 30th, Santropol Roulant’s headquarters was transformed for our 2017 Annual General Assembly (AGM). In total, 169 participants filled the room, including voting members (clients, volunteers and donors) and non-voting guests, to enjoy tasty food, to review the year behind us, and to select the next Board of Directors. Special thank yous Thank you to everyone who came out and contributed to the evening’s vibrancy and success. Your invaluable …

2017 AGM: Everything you need to know!

Events, Governance

The Annual General Meeting (AGM) this year will take place on Thursday March 30th, 2017. Doors open at 5:15 pm. You are all invited, of course! Don’t miss the most important governance event of the year. Here are the important documents to consult BEFORE the AGM:     What is the Annual General Meeting (AGM)? Every year, we host an …

2017 AGM: Seeking volunteers

Events, Governance, Volunteering - Personal

Help us make the Annual General Meeting (AGM) on March 30th a success! The AGM is Santropol Roulant’s most important governance event of the year, where our members elect the Board of Directors. Last year 143 members came out to vote! To make things run smoothly, we need lots of volunteer help prior to and during the AGM, so we are …

Meet the Candidates for the 2017 AGM

Events, Governance

On March 30th, all members of the Roulant – volunteers, clients, donors and staff active within the last year – are invited to attend our Annual General Meeting (AGM) and cast your ballots. The assembly will elect new candidates to the Board of Directors of Santropol Roulant, for a 2-year mandate. Electing Board members is a significant event for the Roulant! …

Democracy in action: The Roulant’s AGM

Events, Governance, News

On March 31st, our space was emptied of desks and filled with humans, ballot boxes and food for our Annual General Meeting (AGM). The AGM is a unique opportunity for clients, volunteers, donors, staff and board members to discuss programming, governance and financial oversight of the Roulant. The evening was full of presentations, food & dialogue. The community got a …

AGM Highlights

Governance

In case you  weren’t among the 90+ people who came to our Annual General Meeting last week, below is a sampling of what you missed! Board and Staff shared successes from 2013 as well as our hopes and dreams for 2014 and beyond, as members mingled and mixed while enjoying delicious treats from our kitchen as well as from our partners D-liche cupcakes and Juliette et Chocolat. Official membership business included reviewing programs, finances and approving new bylaws, and also …