New Board - Directors

The Healing Place - Mayne Island; British Columbia; On-site; CAD 5,000; Part time

Job summary

The Healing Place on Mayne Island is seeking passionate Indigenous individuals for board positions to guide their mission of restoring ecosystems and promoting food sovereignty. Ideal candidates will have experience in related fields and a commitment to community empowerment. Join a diverse board to shape the future of this new social enterprise.

Qualifications

• Experience in food security or related fields.
• Interest in governance and decision-making.

Responsibilities

• Participate in monthly online meetings.
• Provide strategic guidance for the organization.

Skills

Food Sovereignty

Land-Based Learning

Traditional Knowledge

Community Engagement

Environmental Stewardship

Job description

The Healing Place - Mayne Island, British Columbia, Canada

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The Healing Place is a new Community Contributions Company (C3) social enterprise located on Mayne Island, B.C. Its vision is to restore and rehabilitate the land through holistic practices that blend traditional Indigenous wisdom with modern innovation. We are situated on unceded territories and are taking strides in restoring ecosystems and building sustainable, resilient food systems.

We aim to operate with a multi-faceted approach encompassing growing, hunting, processing, education, food security, restorative agriculture, climate solutions, and healing. Our mission is to bridge traditional knowledge and contemporary practices to mend the environmental and social impacts caused by destructive colonial practices. Tsi Tesakotitsén: tha

• The Place That Heals You — will serve as a hub for learning, regeneration, art, and innovation, inspiring others across the region, province, and country to replicate these restorative practices.

Susheela Kundargi and David Fierro co-founded The Healing Place, which is grounded in respect for the land and community. We are committed to building a space where these values thrive.

What We’re Looking For :

We are currently seeking passionate Indigenous individuals to join our board of directors and help guide this important initiative. These individuals will bring cultural insight, vision, and experience to The Healing Place's leadership.

Available Positions :

• Non-Shareholding Director (1 position):
• This position is ideal for those interested and experienced in food security / sovereignty, land-based learning, or related fields. The director will help shape the strategic direction without holding shares in the company. Preference is given to individuals from W̱SÁNEĆ or nearby Coastal First Nations.
• Volunteer Board Member (2 positions to start):
• Help guide with insight in areas such as sustainable agriculture, permaculture, traditional knowledge, community engagement, environmental stewardship, technology, arts, hunting / fishing / survival skills, medicinal plants, or Indigenous economic development. Preference is given to Indigenous individuals from any First Nation within Canada.

As we’re just starting up, but also as we grow, input from the communities we serve is crucial. Deadline: May 29, 2025, for a third Director to join David and Susheela. The other two positions will be available in the coming months. In the future, we hope to expand the board further.

Key Qualities / Experience We Seek :

• A passion for food sovereignty, land-based learning, traditional knowledge, restorative agriculture, education, or related fields.
• A strong interest in creating meaningful, long-term impact for people and the environment.
• Experience or eagerness to contribute to governance, strategy, and decision-making.

What’s Involved :

Directors will participate in monthly one-hour online meetings to discuss progress, challenges, and goals.

• Our board will focus on maintaining social, cultural, and environmental impact while supporting the organization’s growth.
• A commitment to attend a 1-hour online meeting monthly, plus 1-3 hours of additional work per month.
• Strategic guidance to shape the future of The Healing Place, aligning with its mission. More info: http://www.landbasedhealing.com/corporate.html

How to Apply :

If you are passionate about food sovereignty, land-based healing, or community empowerment, and have experience or interest in contributing to a new social enterprise, we want to hear from you. Please send an Expression of Interest (EOI) or your resume outlining your background and how you can contribute to our mission.

We seek a diverse, supportive board to help us build a sustainable, inclusive, and culturally rooted organization that can serve as a model for others. Your involvement will be pivotal in guiding The Healing Place toward a healed, regenerative future for land and community.

We look forward to working together to create a thriving, resilient, and sustainable community where people are deeply connected to the land, their food systems, and traditional Indigenous knowledge—leading to a healthier, more just world for future generations (our vision).