The SCCA is Hiring an EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR

The SCCA is seeking an Executive Director to oversee the effective day-to-day management of all SCCA programs.

TO APPLY: Send a letter of interest and resume to hiring@mansonshall.org

JOB TITLE: EXECUTIVE DIRECTR

COMPENSATION: $30 per hour (based on experience)

HOURS: Part Time. 15 hours per week

DEADLINE TO APPLY: May 10, 2024

ABOUT THE SCCA

The Southern Cortes Community Association (SCCA) is responsible for managing Manson’s Hall, the Skatepark, and Mansons Landing Cemetery. Our mission is to foster a spirit of cooperation in the community, promote activities of a recreational and beneficial nature, aid and assist in charitable community programming, and to operate a licensed playschool.

ABOUT THE EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR POSITION

Reporting to the Board of Directors, the Executive Director is responsible for providing leadership to ensure effective day-to-day management of service delivery, programming, finances, and personnel. The Executive Director manages all aspects of the relationships with both the external regulatory and the accreditation bodies. The Executive Director leads the communications strategy and serves as the formal liaison and contact person for community organizations, agencies, professionals, government officials and the media. The Executive Director plays an active role in fundraising and sales activities and strategies.

As the ideal candidate, you are a leader who will passionately and effectively advance the principles of the SCCA. Your management and leadership skills include financial management, human resource management, board governance, planning, project management, fundraising, grant writing, contract negotiations, and community engagement. 

Your commitment to accessible community participation is paired with your ability to establish and maintain relationships with residents, visitors, community-based organizations, local businesses, media and government agencies. Candidates must have a demonstrated commitment to equity, diversity, inclusion and accessibility, and to working within an anti-oppression framework.

QUALIFICATIONS

  • Minimum 3 years experience in senior management role
    • Government and/or non-profit setting
    • Financial management
    • Human resources & staff management
    • Marketing & communications
    • Project management
    • Building project management experience an asset
  • Highly organized and detail oriented with an ability to manage multiple tasks 
  • Strong communication skills both written and verbal
  • Ability to prioritize tasks and manage time effectively

APPLY NOW! Please send a letter of interest and resume to hiring@mansonshall.org

DEADLINE TO APPLY: 5:00 pm, Friday May 10, 2024

Only those applicants who are shortlisted will be invited to an interview.

Pets at the Friday Market

Download SCCA Friday Market Pets Policy

We only allow dogs (and other animals) outdoors at the Friday Market.
We do allow certified service dogs indoors and outdoors at the Market.

Our food vendors are licensed by the BC Government.

By entering the indoor market with a non-certified service animal, pet owners are risking the livelihood of our local vendors, who depend on the Friday Market for their income.

Food Premises Regulation
Guide Dog & Service Dog Act

If you’re bringing your pet to the outdoor area of the Market, please remember the following rules:

  • Keep your dog on a short leash at all times. Long leashes are a safety hazard.
  • Keep dogs out of the stall area.
  • Stay away from food samples, customer bags, and table surfaces.
  • Watch your dog at all times. (You must keep your dog under control or we will ask you to leave the Market.)
  • Keep your pet hydrated and clean up after them.
  • Be respectful of everyone wishing to enjoy the Market. (Not all customers are dog lovers)

Why dogs are allowed at the outdoor Market

Like their owners, dogs enjoy the social opportunity the Market provides. Being in a public area, we do not have the ability to enforce a “No-Dog” policy.

Other reasons for allowing pets at the outdoor area of the Market include:

  • The Strathcona Regional District has no regulation that prevents dogs from visiting the outdoor market
  • We are not aware of any regulation that requires us to enforce a “No-Dog” policy
  • We provide information and rules to dog owners about behaviour and we will take action to remove poorly behaved animals.

Why only Certified Guide or Service Dogs are allowed at the indoor Market

Under our provincial legislation certified service dogs have the legal right to go anywhere their handler can go. They’re the equivalent of any other accessibility aid, like a wheelchair or a white cane.

Uncertified support animals in Canada don’t have any access rights to public spaces that service dogs do. This is largely because there’s no guarantee they’ve been trained to behave themselves in public.

“service dog” means a dog that (a) is trained to perform specific tasks to assist a person with a disability, and (b) is certified as a service dog.
BC Guide Dog & Service Dog Act

An operator of food premises must not permit live animals to be on the premises. An operator of food premises may permit a guide dog or a service dog, as defined in the Guide Dog and Service Dog Act,
BC Government Public Health Act – Food Premises Regulation

April – May – June 2023 Board Update

Board Meeting

April 2023 Board Minutes

MAY PROGRAMS

Iyengar yoga with Fenella Baptista in Om studio fenellaji@gmail.com

Tai Chi Chuan with Judyth Weaver in Om studio, by donation 250-935-8500

Dynamic Stretch and Strengthen with Tammy Collingwood in Om studio tammy_collingwood@yahoo.com 

12-steps of AA meeting in Pioneer Room cortestideline@gmail.com

Annual General Meeting
Saturday June 3, 2023

The SCCA’s AGM was held Saturday June 3, 2023.

AGM MINUTES

Jan-Feb-Mar 2023 Board Update

Hidden Treasures Night Market
We held our first Night Market on Saturday February 18, 2023. The flea market was well attended, and included Fenella’s amazing Indian cuisine (over 60 plates sold), child minding, and a 50:50 draw (the winner generously donated the proceeds back to Mansons Hall). Next Night Market will be in April – stay tuned!

NEED HELP WITH TAXES?

The Community Volunteer Income Tax Program is available on Cortes

Please call Nora Disney to see if you qualify for free assistance. 250-935-6345 or email noradisney@gmail.co

Many thanks to everyone who came to celebrate this amazing community and the start of spring, for dancing and tapping your feet, and sharing your great energy with us.

Fierce & Fluid

Monday’s 7-8:30 PM

Kaitlin Garrett teaches women’s self-defense, blending cardio kickboxing, karate, and foundational energy principles. $5 drop-in for SCCA members, bring a yoga mat if you can.

Special General Meeting
On January 14, 2023 SCCA members gathered to approve the 5 year budget. Recognizing that core operating costs have increased, the membership voted to increase the tax fund request to the SRD. Meeting Minutes

Friday Market 2023

The Friday Market returned after the holiday break. Pictured:
Dale Thomas’ delicious sushi rolls and salad rolls. Warning: she often sells out!