Board of Governors (2) – North York General

North York General Hospital (NYG) is currently seeking two experienced Board Governors for the Board year commencing June 2026. Board Governors will be joining at a pivotal time for NYG, as the organization embarks on a new strategy and vision, growth and expansion through two groundbreaking capital redevelopment projects, including construction of a New Patient Care Tower and a new long term care home development.

Board Governors & Community Members

NYG is seeking experienced governors with strong knowledge of the healthcare system to complement our team of skilled professionals and support the important board oversight of quality care and people centred care experience. Ideal candidates will bring executive-level experience in health administration, health system and policy knowledge, and clinical expertise. This health system perspective, coupled with a strong clinical and quality mindset, will be particularly valuable to the Board of Governors and its Quality Committee.

As part of their long-term governance planning, NYG is thinking strategically about future Board leadership and is seeking candidates with the potential and interest to serve in future Committee Chair and/or Board Chair roles.

To strengthen our skills-based Board, residency within the NYG catchment area is not required. In addition, NYG welcomes candidates with experience leading or governing complex organizations. We are committed to enhancing gender parity and representation of other equity-deserving groups to reflect our community.

Commitment

Governors will be elected for a term of two years and may serve for a maximum of ten years. Governors will be asked to sit on at least one of the five Committees of the Board (Governance, Audit and Finance, Quality, Capital Development Advisory, or Research and Innovation).

The Board meets (6) times a year in September, November, January, March, May and June. Committees meet approximately four (4) to five (5) times a year, in advance of Board Meetings. Attendance is ideally in person, with the ability to connect via video conference, where needed. 

Diversity

NYG has a strong desire to have the Board closely reflect the diverse populations served by the hospital. As a result, they welcome applications from women, racially visible individuals, people with disabilities, Indigenous peoples, and 2SLGBTQIA+ persons. We are committed to providing persons with disabilities with equal opportunities and standards of goods and services, and we are fully compliant with applicable provincial Disabilities Acts. 

The Hospital

North York General Hospital (NYG) is one of Canada's leading community academic hospitals, affiliated with the University of Toronto, offering their culturally diverse community a wide range of acute care, ambulatory and long-term care services across multiple sites, and are an active member of North York Toronto Health Partners. NYG has a budget of $485M and over 5000 dedicated staff, physicians, and volunteers.

Through partnerships, collaboration, and academic endeavours, NYG seeks to set new standards for quality, safety, and people-centred care. NYG achieved Accreditation Canada’s’ highest level of achievement, Exemplary Standing, was named Canada’s Number One Community Academic Hospital for 2025 by Newsweek Magazine, one of the World’s Best Hospitals for 2025 by Newsweek Magazine, one of Greater Toronto’s Top Employers of 2025 and was also named one of Canada’s Best Employers 2025 by Forbes Magazine. These accolades are but a few of the accomplishments of this progressive healthcare institution, with continued aspirations of significant growth, bold innovation, and distinction.

Serving one of the fastest growing and most diverse populations in the Greater Toronto Area, with the highest concentration of seniors in Toronto, NYG is facing an unprecedented increase in patient volumes and service demand. As such, NYG has embarked on the most ambitious expansion in its history, centred on a modern New Patient Care Tower addition and a new long-term care home development. Together they will be at the heart of a connected Campus of Care supporting the community at all life stages. The new long-term care development will be amongst the largest in the province, featuring a progressive vision and design.

To express your interest in this exciting opportunity, please submit your cover letter and resume in confidence. For additional information, contact Hayley Becker at hayley@miramsbecker.com.

North York General Hospital and Mirams Becker are equal opportunity employers committed to an inclusive, barrier-free recruitment and selection process. We respect, encourage, and celebrate diversity. We are committed to providing accommodations throughout the recruitment process. If you require accommodation, please notify us and we will work with you to meet your needs.