Woodsworth Election News: BOARD TRAINING
Elections Committee
As we’ve mentioned previously, there are five positions open on the board this year. So far, most candidates have never served before. It’s therefore imperative that new incoming directors get the training they’ll need, as soon as possible.
Board training
UPDATE: The Board training is scheduled for Saturday November 28, 2026. All day with lunch provided. Location: Woodsworth penthouse
We are therefore in the process of organizing a “portable board workshop,” provided by CHFT.
We will be scheduling it on the weekend after the co-op elections finish. The 5 hour in-person workshop will take place at Woodsworth and will provide the new directors with all the necessary knowledge in time for the Board Turnover Meeting in early December.
“Board Basics” consists of two workshops, offered as a full day session:
– “What makes a good board” which covers legal obligations, board responsibilities and how meetings should run;
– and “What makes a good director” which outlines what is required to achieve good governance. Together, these two workshops provide a high-level overview of the board’s job. A catered lunch will be provided.
If you are considering putting your name forward for the board but are nervous about your lack of experience, rest assured, this training is excellent.
Nominations Close on Friday November 6th!
There are still no nominations for co-op representatives to the SLNA (St. Lawrence Neighbourhood Association), and CHFC (Cooperative Housing Federation of Canada) which entails travelling to the CHFC conference/AGM in June 2027 for four days. Next year’s CHFC conference will be in Hamilton and Woodsworth will pay all expenses.
Nomination forms are located in the Lobby and in the Photocopy Room. Submit signed nominations to the NOMINATIONS BOX in the lobby.
Thank you to everyone who has stepped up for Woodsworth!