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About EKVC

Vision Statement

Striving to create meaningful growth and development to its athletes and coaches.

Mission Statement

Build the Clubs’ capacity to encourage volleyball involvement across the Region.

 


Core Values

Inclusivity             Commitment         Growth          Respect

 

Guiding Principles

We value belonging and participant centered focus.
We value dedication and passion.
We value empowerment and learning.
We value inspiration and integrity.


Board Members

Executive

President - Lanna van der Velden 2019-2026

Vice President - Sue Bradley 2021-2025

Treasurer - Marifer Lam 2020-2025

Secretary - Tarralin Hanson 2021-2026

Directors at Large

Governance & Policy coordinator - Brett Reiben 2024

Regional Coordinator - Sue Bradley 2019-2025

Director 1 - Jennifer Johnson 2022-2024

Director 2  - Open

Director  3 - Open

 

Support Personnel

Operations Director - Elaine Greer

Technical Director - Bryan Fraser

Immediate Past President - Steve Kamps

Coaches

Managers

Committees

Accounting / Finance
Athlete Development
Alumni 
Business Development
Clothing & Apparel
Coaching
Communications
Corporate Relations
Equipment & Uniforms
Event Coordination
Facility Bookings
Financial
Fundraising
Grant Writing
Manager
Marketing
Mediation
Officiating
Policy/Risk Management
Screening
Social Media
Sponsorship
Strategic Planning
Tournament Coordination
Volunteer Recruitment

A Vision for Community: Your Role on the EKVC Board

Imagine stepping into a role with the EKVC Board, where your passions and strengths can truly make a difference. As a new board member, you embark on a one-year trial term that allows you to explore various activities and roles that resonate with you.

This is your opportunity to be part of something greater, to shape the EKVC into a strong volleyball community. 

Request to attend a board meeting

As per our organization's bylaws, our board meetings are closed except by invitation of the Board. 

Article 7, Section 7.9. New Business - Any member who wishes to have a new business placed on the agenda of a meeting will give written notice including questions to be addressed to the Organization at least five business days prior to the meeting date or upon the sole discretion of the President or Executive Committee. 

Article 7, Section 7.10. Closed Meeting - Regularly held monthly meetings of the Executive will be closed to the members except by invitation of the Board.  

Requests and Questions may be emailed to info@ekvcvolleyball.com 

Club Organization

Board of Directors

The Board of Directors plays a key role in guiding the East Kootenay Volleyball Club and ensuring it thrives for years to come. Together, the Board provides leadership through strategic planning and policies that set the tone for our priorities and values. They delegate tasks to the Operations Director or Administrator to put these policies into action across programs, finance, and marketing, all while keeping an eye on the Club's community impact and engagement.

Composition of the Board

Our Board has between seven and eleven directors. After the Annual General Meeting (AGM), the Board will elect its officers—President, Vice-President, Secretary, and Treasurer—from among its members.

Terms of Office

Directors start with a one-year trial term before becoming eligible for longer positions that can last from one to three years, depending on the role. Directors will stay on until their successors are elected according to the club’s bylaws.

Characteristics of a Director of the Board

We're looking for board members who enjoy seeing the bigger picture and understand how different parts of the national and provincial volleyball systems work together. Ideal candidates should have strong people skills, be great team players, and have some experience in business practices,  it's a bonus if that is in a non-profit setting. A community-minded approach is crucial; we want individuals who are passionate about fostering connections within our volleyball community and who prioritize the needs of all members, not just their own. Plus, a willingness to volunteer time is essential since Board members are encouraged to support a program committee, either as a chair or a member, to help drive initiatives that strengthen our community and promote inclusivity within the club.

Interested in becoming a Board Member?

The Board meets twelve times a year, and we ask that members attend at least nine of those meetings. Each meeting runs for about 1 to 1.5 hours, and you’ll receive agendas and supporting documents.

Apply here.

Being a board member is a great chance to get involved and help build a strong volleyball community together!

Click links below for more information  about the Board and Organization.