OCF Announces Updates to Committees and Seeks Volunteer Participation
July 2, 2024 (Toronto, ON) – The Ontario Climbing Federation Board of Directors has recently updated the terms of references for several committees as we continue to grow and look to allocate our resources in the most efficient way possible. The focus is on continuing to deliver on current OCF programming and performance planning. The committees will work to ensure the organization’s governance and oversight is establishing the foundations for the OCF to sustain long-term growth. A brief description of the updated committees is listed below. Additionally, the Governance and Nominations Committee in particular will be continuing to update other committee terms of references following an analysis of our governance structure and making adjustments to the committees of the OCF as required.
The OCF is also calling on passionate individuals to volunteer for pivotal roles within our organization. As we continue to foster a vibrant and inclusive climbing community, we are seeking dedicated members to join our Governance and Nominations Committee; our Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) Committee; and our High-Performance Committee. Anyone interested in applying to any of the committees can click on the application link under each of the descriptions. Applications will be evaluated on an on-going basis by the Chair of each committee, where one exists, and the OCF Board of Directors. Where a committee does not have a Chair, the Board will look to appoint one from the existing applications. The OCF will aim to make the first round of appointments at our next Board meeting on July 17.
Please click here to visit our Committees page.
Governance and Nominations Committee
The Governance and Nominations Committee plays a crucial role in ensuring the effective leadership and strategic direction of the OCF. Volunteers on this committee will, among other things:
Oversee the nomination process for board members and key positions within the organization.
Conduct an analysis of the OCF governance structure and make recommendations on possible changes to the Board of Directors.
Support the development of policies that guide the OCF’s operations.
Governance and Nominations Committee Terms of Reference
Apply to the Governance and Nominations Committee
Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) Committee
The DEI Committee is instrumental in creating a welcoming environment for all climbers, regardless of background. Volunteers on this committee will, among other things:
Develop and implement initiatives that promote diversity and inclusivity within the climbing community.
Advise the OCF on policies and practices that ensure equitable access and opportunities.
Assist in fostering partnerships with organizations and communities to broaden participation in climbing.
Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Committee Terms of Reference
Apply to the Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Committee
High-Performance Committee
The High-Performance Committee will be charged with overseeing the planning and prioritization of funding allocation to new initiatives and programs geared towards assisting our high-performance athletes in preparation for national and international competitions. Volunteers on this committee will, among other things:
Allocate provincial ministerial funding to best align the needs of our high-performance athletes with the goals of the organization.
Establish clear and transparent selection criteria for funding and development opportunities to qualified athletes.
Assist with the implementation and monitoring of OCF high performance programming.
High-Performance Committee Terms of Reference
Apply to the High-Performance Committee