The Canadian Improv Games seeks three to five (3-5) new Board members, to start immediately.We welcome applications from people in traditionally marginalised communities, including (but not limited to) people who are Indigenous, Black, People of Colour, LGBTQQIP2SAA and People with Disabilities.The OrganisationThe Canadian Improv Games (CIG), is a national charitable organisation dedicated to empowering youth across Canada by teaching them invaluable life skills like leadership, communication, commitment, positivity and teamwork through improvisational theatre and leadership education programs.Founded in 1977, CIG is now home to the largest and most geographically dispersed youth theatre festival in Canada, welcoming over 5000 students from 14 regional programs every year. CIG has also expanded to host two week-long summer camp programs, Improv Camp and Improv University, for young people wishing to grow their skills outside of the high school environment.For 45 years, our programs have helped students build their confidence and leadership capacity, strengthen their critical-thinking skills, enhance their overall mental health, learn respect for others, improve their listening skills and develop life-long friendships with other participating students from across Canada.But we are more than just a high school theatre program. The Canadian Improv Games is a national community, spanning generations and including over 100,000 alumni. These past participants continue to enrich Canada’s cultural landscape today.Throughout the year, the Canadian Improv Games operates student programs in partnership with over 250 high schools across Canada. Each year, students between the ages of 13-18 can register for our programs through their high school and gain access to workshops, performance opportunities and training sessions. They also have a chance to take part in a thrilling 4-day youth theatre festival each spring, held at the National Arts Centre (NAC) in Ottawa.Recognized by high school teachers and parents as a place that creates opportunities for students to develop and nurture important interpersonal skill, the Canadian Improv Games helps students explore their full potential and inspires success in a fun and nurturing environment.The BoardThe CIG Board of Directors comprises leaders from a range of professions (including some CIG alumni) who are dedicated to supporting the organisation. Board members meet monthly or bi-monthly, and are invited to be part of one or two committees of the Board, depending on their interests and skill set.The PositionsWe seek three new people to join the Board, to bring their experiences, expertise and enthusiasm to help guide the organisation.As a charitable organisation, all Board positions are unpaid.Term: 3 years (with possible extension)Hours required a month: 4 – 6 (approximately – depends on the month and committee initiatives etc) Board meetings are held remotely, and monthly, usually on a Tuesday or Wednesday, starting at 8pm EST.