Our Services

Every [public and non-profit] organization should know what their priorities are for the next few years. A comprehensive plan, with measurable goals and timeframes, will help ensure your organization is resilient against environmental changes, prepared for new opportunities, and has everyone working together. Let WEST 83 work with you to define a scope that is right for your organization. 

Does your board talk about how best to work together for the betterment of the organization you serve? Do you struggle with quorum? Do board members feel unheard or disengaged? Starting with half-day on-line or in-person team-building retreats up to developing a full board evaluation system and improvement plan, WEST 83 can assist you.

An organization’s by-laws are a critical set of rules about how the board will govern. Your by-laws contain information about how the board must legally operate. WEST 83 provides affordable facilitation of by-law reviews and updates that you can then turn over to a legal expert for finalization.

*WEST 83 does not offer legal advice.

All public and non-profit organizations need board policies. This includes critical policies such as Conflict of Interest, Code of Conduct, Financial Management, and Delegation of Authority. WEST 83 can work with you to develop policies that make sense for your organization.

Do you know why your by-laws have a section for members and another section for directors? Do you know your liabilities as a board member? It is essential that boards understand their roles and responsibilities and fulfill their duties in accordance with applicable legislation and their by-laws. WEST 83 offers basic workshops and customized training specific to your board that help take the guesswork out of what you should be doing in the boardroom - and outside of it. 

I wish I had a loonie every time I heard someone say they are the Chair of a non-profit board because they drew the short straw… If it is ‘your turn’ to chair and you are not sure where to start, WEST 83’s Principal Consultant has personal experience as a director and board chair. Give us a call if you are looking for some tips, training, or thoughts as to what you should focus on, how to run effective meetings, and partner with other board members and the Executive Director.

Is your Executive Director retiring or going on leave and you need someone to fill in for a bit? WEST 83 is led by an experienced Interim Executive Director and former full-time Chief Executive Officer who would be happy to discuss how she can help you for a short time.