Boards of Directors – Canadian Hearing Services and CHS Global Partnerships for Research & Innovation

Canadian Hearing Services (“CHS”) is a national organization dedicated to providing high-quality services and products to Deaf and hard of hearing Canadians. CHS Global Partnerships for Research & Innovation ("CHSGP") is a non-profit organization and strategic leader in the advancement of research and innovation that improves the quality of life for Deaf and hard of hearing individuals.

CHS is inviting applications/nominations for volunteer Boards of Directors appointments. The current requirement is for three (3) new Board Members for CHS and for four (4) new Board Members for CHSGP.

Since 1940, CHS is the country’s leader in accessibility, programs, services, education, and products that enable the Deaf and hard of hearing community to overcome barriers to participation. Building on over 85 years of experience, we deliver leading-edge accessibility solutions, clinical, and social services. CHS is committed to upholding the highest standards, as recognized by Accreditation Canada’s Exemplary Standing.

CHS continues to position itself for meaningful growth by utilizing its core competencies and expertise to find impactful ways and new channels to grow its business, delivering innovative, value-added solutions and services to advance a barrier-free society. Its research and innovation arm, Global Partnerships for Research & Innovation, will rebrand as Hearing Research International and will continue the critical work of building a global network of the world's best researchers, clinicians, academic and community institutions to advance quality of life for Deaf and hard of hearing individuals and their families. Their network will connect the world’s leading researchers to accelerate the future of hearing health and Deaf studies.

Governing both organizations are independent, progressive, policy-governed Boards of Directors; dynamic and strategic individuals with an open and continuous improvement mindset who are passionate about the work of the organizations. Comprised exclusively of volunteers, Board Members are diverse in background and come from across Canada. They bring a wide variety of skills, business competencies, and community leadership experiences from all industries and sectors to ensure oversight of the organization through best-practice governance.

With demonstrated policy governance experience, Board Members ideally bring knowledge of issues related to hearing healthcare, hearing loss, or Deaf culture. Critical competencies required to address turnover in 2026/27 are: for CHS - a financial designation, government relations expertise, experience in the health/social services/disabilities sector, and/or lived experience; for CHSGP - experience with private and/or family foundations, fundraising, granting institutions, and/or oversight of research due diligence.

If you are a collaborative, engaging, and inspirational business or community leader, with a commitment to our vision and mission to reduce barriers for Deaf and hard of hearing Canadians and the communities CHS proudly serves, we encourage you to consider a national volunteer role with our Board. Board Members are required to attend four virtual meetings per year.

To express interest in these exciting volunteer opportunities, please submit your cover letter and resume, in confidence, or contact Penny Mirams at penny@miramsbecker.com or Sarah Adams at sarah@miramsbecker.com.

Canadian Hearing Services, CHS Global Partnerships for Research & Innovation, and Mirams Becker Inc. 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.