Join the Board
Thank you for your interest in serving on your Co-op board!
Why apply to stand for election as a Board Director?
Mission-driven and guided by the cooperative principles, Hornby Island Co-op plays an ever-increasing role in the social and economic sustainability of our Island. We are a significant retailer of local/regional foods and products in the area, providing an outlet for local producers, supporting home occupations, small businesses, and local artists.
The Co-op is one of the largest local employers, and also support a wide variety of community groups and non-profit organizations through our sponsorship and donation programs.
The Co-op’s Board of Directors therefore plays an important role in the future well-being of our community.
Similar to any corporation, the Co-op’s Board works on behalf of our owners. What sets the Co-op apart, is that it is a different type of business: The main purpose of a private or public business is to maximize returns for shareholders; the main purpose of a co-op is to provide benefits to members.
The owners are people you know -- your friends, neighbours, family and colleagues!
Director Benefits
Developing professional skills in leadership, teamwork and management
Building professional & personal relationships
Access to training opportunities offered by the Co-op and its affiliates
Chance to make a difference in your community