WORKPLACE SAFETY AND PREVENTION SERVICES Board of Directors

Influence. Advocate. Transform.

It is an exhilarating time at Workplace Safety & Prevention Services (WSPS) and the company is looking for an inspirational and collaborative individual to join its board of directors.

WSPS is a dynamic, not-for-profit organization and a key player in Ontario’s occupational health and safety system. Serving 172,000 member organizations and 4.1 million employees in the province’s manufacturing, agriculture and service sectors, it helps businesses prosper through the establishment of healthy work environments. Uniting community and business leaders to create positive change, WSPS protects potential through its team of safety experts, focus on innovation in emerging areas and commitment to fostering organizational cultures of health and safety.

The governance needs of WSPS are met through a volunteer board of directors consisting of 12 independent directors and the CEO. Normal rotation of board members requires that one new member be appointed in 2025.

The board is seeking interested applicants with health and safety experience and a strong background in:

• Policy Development and/or Digital Media
• Communications and Marketing and/or Government Relations

For all positions, senior-level experience in at least one of the follow subsectors would be beneficial:

• Agriculture & Horticulture
• Commercial Industrial Services
• Durable Goods Production
• Film & Live Performance Tourism & Hospitality
• Food, Pharmaceuticals & Personal Products
• Restaurant & Food Services Retail, Wholesale & Office Television
• Vehicle Industrial Equipment Manufacturing
• Vehicle Sales & Service.

Preference will be given to candidates that represent a member firm, organized labour, or experience in not for profit and/or transfer payment recipient governance. Other preferred skills and experience:

• Previous board experience
• Knowledge or experience of corporate governance principles and best practices.
• Financial literacy at a level appropriate to the size and scope of WSPS.
• Superior personal and communication skills.
• Commitment to the mission of WSPS, the work of the board and a governance environment that is based on trust, accountability, transparency and respect.

The WSPS Board of Directors seeks to represent the populations we serve, embracing the diverse backgrounds, perspectives, and experiences found across our three sectors.

In your response, please provide a cover letter that highlights how your education, skills and experience meet our requirements. Applications in response to this public call are to be received on or before July 11, 2025 and be submitted only through the Applicant Tracking System. Click START YOUR APPLICATION to apply! Information is available at: Board of Directors | WSPS.