PARKDALE PROJECT READ
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Volunteer Board Members

PPR is seeking volunteer Board Members. The Board of Directors is the governing body and legal authority of Parkdale Project Read. Board Members act in a position of trust for the community and work in respectful collaboration with the Collective staff team.

Previous board and governance experience is an asset, but not required. We are currently seeking applicants with knowledge and/or skills in the following areas:
  • Fundraising/Fund Development for Nonprofits
  • Financial Knowledge, especially pertaining to charitable organizations
  • Human Resource Management
  • Legal Knowledge
  • Adult Literacy and/or Adult Education
  • Policy development
  • Board/Leadership experience
  • Communication and Marketing Knowledge
  • Other: please elaborate
For more information, click the downloadable PDF button below.
Here's how to apply:
  1. Please complete an application (downloadable PDF below)
  2. Email: [email protected] by Friday, August 15, 2025
  3. PPR will contact those candidates selected for an interview
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Illustration by Althea Balmes © 2015

Please note that we welcome interest from candidates with varying levels of experience; many successful candidates do not meet every single requirement. Additionally, studies have shown that people from underrepresented groups are less likely to apply to a job unless they meet every single qualification. If you’re excited about this role, please apply and allow our team to assess your application.

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Hours

Open Monday to Thursday, hours vary, please call for information

Phone

416-531-6308

Fax

416-531-5710

Email

info [at] parkdaleprojectread.org

Address

180 Sudbury Street, Unit C7, Toronto, ON M6J 0A8
Canada


Charitable number 11908 0299 RR0001
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  • About
    • Our Story
    • Our Team
    • Remembering Premal
    • Supporters
  • Programs
    • Literacy and Basic Skills
  • Events
  • Donate
    • Learners First Fund
    • Wendy Tanner Memorial Fund
    • David Michael Eminess Memorial Scholarship
    • Premal Laxman Love For All Fund
  • Get Involved
    • Volunteer Tutor Program
    • Volunteer Board Members
    • Opportunities
  • Resources
  • Contact