Apply now: join our Coastal Region board
We’re looking for two fresh faces to join our Coastal Region board!
- Want to make a difference for fish and wildlife and be part of a supportive team?
- Are you looking for a paid professional development opportunity?
- Maybe you want to network, sharpen your decision-making skills, be part of a team, and further your commitment to reconciliation.
If that resonates, please apply by Thursday, April 17, 2025 at 4 p.m. PT / 5 p.m. MT.
People from across our Coastal Region are invited to join our board. Consideration will be given to qualified individuals with a broad range of backgrounds. The selection process will recognize lived experience and volunteer roles as well as paid employment and academic achievements. We are committed to supporting strong organizations that represent the diversity of our province. Indigenous applicants, people of colour, all genders, 2SLGBTQ+ and persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply.
Talk to our Coastal Region manager, Mark Sherrington, to learn more about this opportunity to join a great team.
What we offer you!
Flexible meeting schedule: We recognize that the best candidates for this position are likely already busy people with many other commitments. That’s why we host most of our meetings online and schedule meetings in advance to accommodate your work and family commitments.
Compensation for your time: We know your time and knowledge is valuable and we recognize you by compensating you for your time and eligible expenses in line with our Governance Manual.
A great team: Our team—the Coastal Region board members, region manager and the FWCP team—is supportive and ready to mentor new board members to help make important decisions about fish and wildlife in watersheds impacted by BC Hydro dams.
Build your skills: Build your skills in critical thinking and consensus decision-making while you serve your community and profession.
Make a difference: You will be joining a board that allocates close to $2 million each year to conserve and enhance fish and wildlife projects in watersheds impacted by BC Hydro dams.
Follow these easy steps to apply
- Start by reading our information kit for public board member applicants.
- Fill out an application form
- Send your completed application form, support letters, along with your resume and a cover letter to Mark.Sherrington@bchydro.com by Thursday, April 17 at 4 p.m. PT / 5 p.m. MT.
Applications will be kept on file for a period of 12 months in case an additional vacancy needs to be filled.