Board Election Toolkit
This toolkit guides BIA boards through every stage of a board election – from understanding your legal obligations under the Municipal Act to recruiting strategically and onboarding new directors.
Adapt all sample dates, names, and numbers to match your BIA’s operating guidelines and municipal timelines.
Included in this toolkit:
- Municipal Act – Legal Framework for BIA Elections
- Understanding Your Board Type
- Building a Strategic Board
- Preparing for the Board Election
- Running the Election
- After the Election – Onboarding New Directors
- Samples & Templates
- Best Practices
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