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Volunteer Opportunities

Wanted: Directors and Committee Members

Volunteers are the lifeblood of URISA. The Ontario Chapter has been so successful because of the hard work and dedication of our volunteers, committee members, and directors. We could not operate without the time and talent that our members freely provide. And in return, volunteers receive many benefits, including professional networking opportunities and professional growth. Volunteering is a great way to network with peers and colleagues in the GIS and IT industry. It is a great way to meet new people and establish professional relationships.

We encourage all members to become involved with the Chapter - positions are available in many areas. Please consider volunteering for a director position or a standing committee.

Director Positions

A Board Director serves a two-year term from April 1st to March 31st.
Board members are responsible for setting policy and determining the direction of our association. A director must attend at least 7 meetings each year (5 Board meetings, the annual Strategic Planning and the AGM). Teleconference is available during some board meetings.

Standing Committees

URISA - Ontario Chapter has several standing committees, which meet once a month in varying locations or by teleconference.  Standing committees include:

• Programs - 3-4 events per year and 1 Annual Conference and GIS EXPO.
• Communications - oversees Telecommunications (web services) and the Newsletter Editorial Board
• AGM/BeSpatial - assists in the planning and organization of our annual BeSpatial event 

Volunteering Made Simple

• To be considered for the position of Director, please complete the
  Board of Director's Nomination Form.

  To become a Standing Committee member, complete the
  Standing Committee Volunteer Form.
  For more information, e-mail info@urisaoc.ca

  If you are unable to volunteer as Chair or for a regular committee member position at this time, then please consider helping with a task for a committee.

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Volunteers Wanted - Details

Writers Wanted!!

Other Volunteering Opportunities!!

URISA Ontario Chapter annual Be Spatial event.

We are looking for volunteers to help with the registration desk and the map gallery.

The responsiblities would be:

* Helping with registrations
* Handing out program agendas
* Setup and display of map gallery entries in exhibit hall

URISA Ontario Chapter participates at Affliate Association Events.

When exhibiting, we require volunteers to help man the booth and answer questions related to URISA Ontario Chapter.

Upcoming - URISA Ontario Chapter Program Events
* Assist in obtaining speakers for Program Events
* Assist in coordinating the event location and refreshments
* Provide assistance during the day of the event with registration
* Write Program Event Summary for inclusion in URISA-OC Newsletter

If you are interested in volunteering for any of the preceding opportunities, or would like more information, please e-mail:  info@urisaoc.ca

In order to volunteer, submit articles or speak at a program event we do require that you are an active member of URISA- Ontario Chapter.