Strong programs start with strong leadership!

**Note: The following positions are open for election and will be off cycle so we are looking for the volunteers to accept 3 year terms. The next formal vote for these positions would then take place in 2029 as per our Bylaws, section 6.3.2.2.

• Executive Vice President
• VP Recreational Hockey
• VP Membership Experience

Please note:

• As the needs of the Association and the Membership evolve so do our roles and responsibilities; Board Members must have the desire and commitment to evolve and adapt to the changing landscape of Female Hockey.
• All Board Members must be committed to the growth and development of all MWF Members and understand the importance of supporting all divisions.
• To apply for a position candidates must be a Member in Good Standing with MWF. A Member in Good Standing is defined as a member who is properly registered, compliant with all governing policies, free of suspension or sanction, up to date on all financial and training obligations, and conducts themselves in accordance with the association’s code of conduct, acting in a manner that upholds the integrity, values and reputation of Metro West Force Female Association.
• Criteria and roles and responsibilities for all Board positions can be found on our website in our Governance document (pages 4 to 10). If you are interested in a position please be sure to review the desired criteria and roles and responsibilities carefully to ensure it's the right fit for you.
• As per our policies, candidates must submit their expression of interest in writing prior to the AGM to be reviewed by the Board.  Submissions must be forwarded to Angela at president@metrowestforce.com no later than May 13th (end of day). Positions with more than 1 one candidate open for election at the AGM.  Successful candidates will be announced at the AGM in June.
• The Board welcomes all expressions of interest for open positions. To help ensure candidates and the Board at large are set up for success, the recommended qualifications and experience for each role will be considered for all candidates.
• Board Members are expected to serve a 2-year term.
• Board Members are expected to attend monthly Board Meetings (in-person and virtual).

If you are looking to volunteer with the Association but are not interested in a Board position, we will be looking to fill other positions for the 2026/2027 season.  These roles do not require a vote at the AGM and would fall under the management of the VP of Hockey Operations to form a committee (please let us know if any of these positions interest you):

• Equipment Manager
• Ice Scheduler
• Level Coordinators (U7, U9, U11, U13, U15 and U18)

If you are interested in learning more any of these positions or have questions please reach out to our President, Angela Lewis, at president@metrowestforce.com

PRESIDENT 

Qualifications:

• Minimum 1-year as Executive Vice President with MWFHA or 2 years experience on the MWFHA Board and 1 year of hockey volunteer experience. If no person on the MWFHA Board is interested, individuals with alternate relevant experience may be considered. 
• Experience in a business or related field, with proven experience leading and operating a team, department or organization. 
• Strategy development, financial acumen and governance experience is preferred.

Please review our Governance Document, section 6.11 for the roles and responsibilities of the President.

EXECUTIVE VICE PRESIDENT *next formal vote for this position will take place in 2029 as per our Bylaws, section 6.3.2.2

Qualifications:

• 1 year of hockey volunteer experience. 
• Experience in a business or  related field, with proven experience building and implementing a strategy for a team, department or organization. 
• Financial acumen and governance experience is preferred.

Please review our Governance Document, section 6.12 for the roles and responsibilities of the Executive Vice President. 

VICE PRESIDENT, HOCKEY OPERATIONS

Qualifications:

• Experience in a business or related field and 1 year of hockey volunteer experience. 
• Strong organizational and communication skills. 
• Financial and budget management experience is required. 
• Proficient in Google Workspace, Skedda and GrayJay.
• Experience leading large teams and/or operations would be an asset. 

**The Vice President of Hockey Operations is a key leadership role within MWF. As the role has evolved, MWF has outlined a more streamlined and sustainable model that positions the VP in a management capacity, overseeing and coordinating a Hockey Operations Committee responsible for operational execution and reporting. This approach distributes the workload across multiple volunteers, ensures continuity and enables the VP of Hockey Operations to focus on strategic oversight rather than daily administration.

VICE PRESIDENT, COACHING DEVELOPMENT *The incumbent is eligible and has expressed intent to reapply for the position.

Qualifications:

• 2 years of hockey volunteer experience.
• Knowledge and experience in all aspects of the game of hockey is required. 
• Minimum certification of Level 1 Coaching; minimum of 2 years coaching experience (hockey). Strong organizational and communication skills. 
• Experience facilitating training sessions would be an asset.

Please review our Governance Document, section 6.18 for the roles and responsibilities of the VP, Coaching Development

VICE PRESIDENT, MEMBERSHIP GROWTH *The incumbent is eligible and has expressed intent to reapply for the position.

Qualifications:

• 1 year of hockey volunteer experience; 
• Strong organizational and communication skills required;
• A background and/or experience in fundraising or marketing would be an asset.

Please review our Governance Document, section 6.19 for the roles and responsibilities of the VP, Membership Growth.

VICE PRESIDENT, HOCKEY FOR LIFE *The incumbent is eligible and has expressed intent to reapply for the position.

Qualifications:

• 1 year of hockey volunteer experience. 
• Strong organizational and communication skills. 
• Knowledge of programs to promote the health and wellness of female athletes would be an asset (e.g. Mental Health, nutrition). 
• Keen desire to develop community engagement programs is required. 

Please review our Governance Document, section 6.15 for the roles and responsibilities of the VP, Hockey for Life.

VICE PRESIDENT, SAFE SPORT

Qualifications:

• 1 year of hockey volunteer experience. 
• Strong organizational and communication skills. 
• Knowledge of player health and safety in hockey, 
• Experience with policy development and conflict skills would be an asset.

Please review our Governance Document, section 6.16 for the roles and responsibilities of the VP, Safe Sport.

VICE PRESIDENT, RECREATIONAL HOCKEY *next formal vote for this position will take place in 2029 as per our Bylaws, section 6.3.2.2

Qualifications:

• 1 year of hockey volunteer experience.
• Exposure to Recreational hockey.
• Knowledge and experience in all aspects of the game of hockey would be an asset.

Please review our Governance Document, section 6.22 for the roles and responsibilities of the VP, Recreational Hockey.

VICE PRESIDENT, MEMBERSHIP EXPERIENCE *next formal vote for this position will take place in 2029 as per our Bylaws, section 6.3.2.2

Qualifications:

• 1 year of hockey volunteer experience.
• Strong organizational and communication skills.
• Relationship management and conflict skills.
  Please review our Governance Document, section 6.20 for the roles and responsibilities of the VP, Membership Experience.