The Bishop Strachan School’s well-respected and much-loved Head is retiring in 2026, leading the school to seek its next leader. Located in the heart of Toronto, The Bishop Strachan School (BSS) is a world-class independent Junior Kindergarten to Grade 12 Day and Boarding school for girls. Home to 960 students (72 of whom are boarders), BSS is celebrated for its welcoming community, outstanding programs, and bold vision: to be an inspirational force for women to reach their full potential as transformative leaders. For more than 150 years, BSS has inspired its students to be fearless and has educated them to be leaders. Through its challenging academic program, its exceptional range of co-curricular offerings, and its outstanding employees, the school is a centre of excellence in girls' education. For more information about BSS and its exciting vision for the future, please see the current strategic plan . As the Head of School you will: be accountable to the Board of Governors and have an overall responsibility for the leadership of the school – both academic and administrative be a strong and respected educational leader with a track record of mentoring and developing faculty, encouraging students, and fostering a dynamic and healthy school community bring significant administrative experience, the skills to advance cutting-edge teaching and learning and a passion for girls’ education thrive in a collegial and caring culture working collaboratively with students, faculty, staff, parents, the Board and alumnae be a relationship builder with a deep and abiding connection to students and a genuine interest in their lives have the skills and experience to engage all members of the school community in imagining and pursuing an exciting future for the school bring a willingness and commitment to further the school’s culture of philanthropy have significant experience leading a team of educators and administrators Above all, the Head of School will be a person of exceptional integrity and character, with superb interpersonal and communications skills and an ability to forge deep and meaningful relationships across the school community. Apply Now: Applications are now being accepted and should be submitted immediately. The Committee’s consideration of candidates will commence in February, with a decision to be made by summer 2025. The new Head of School will take office in the summer of 2026. Applications and inquiries should be directed to Julia Robarts and Gaiana Chan of Odgers Berndtson at . The Bishop Strachan School and Odgers Berndtson are dedicated to cultivating a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued and empowered to thrive. We welcome applications from all qualified candidates, including all Indigenous peoples, genders, persons of colour, persons with disabilities, members of the 2SLGBTQ+ community, and others. BSS and Odgers Berndtson are committed to providing an accessible experience and an inclusive and barrier-free process. If you have restrictions that need to be accommodated to fully participate in any phase of the recruitment process, please advise Odgers Berndtson. We thank all candidates for their applications; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. #J-18808-Ljbffr
Based in Vancouver, Community Land Trust (CLT) is a social purpose real estate developer focused on creating communities people are proud to call home. Established in 2015, CLT is a member of the CHF BC group of social enterprises , with over 3000 occupied homes and a further 800 in development. Today, CLT has a real asset portfolio of approximately $1.25 billion, with $35 million in operating budgets and a team of 48 staff. CLT stewards its real estate, asset management, development, and finance portfolios with access to shared corporate services of the CHF BC group. Reporting to the CEO of CHF BC, the Executive Director (ED) drives the growth and impact of CLT’s housing portfolio, overseeing new developments, acquisitions, and redevelopments to maximize affordability and sustainability of non-market and community-based housing in BC. The ED stewards CLT’s financial health, working with the Director of Finance to secure investments, manage budgets, and ensure CLT’s long-term viability. A strategic and inspiring leader, the ED fosters a collaborative, innovative, and inclusive workplace, mentoring a high-performing team dedicated to CLT’s mission. Building and maintaining key strategic partnerships, the ED engages with co-ops, non-profits, government agencies, lenders, investors, and community leaders to expand CLT’s reach. With a strong focus on governance and risk management, the ED ensures compliance with legal, regulatory, and financial obligations, upholding the highest standards of integrity and accountability. As a key spokesperson of CLT, the ED advocates for community-led housing solutions, representing the organization at industry events, in the media, and with policymakers to drive systemic change. As a strategic and results-driven leader, you bring a strong track record of guiding organizations through growth and complexity. You have a deep understanding of real estate development, particularly in multi-unit residential and mixed-use projects, and are well-versed in financing models for non-market housing. Your leadership style is both visionary and hands-on—you set clear strategic priorities while ensuring effective execution. With exceptional organizational management skills, you oversee complex projects, align diverse teams, and drive operational excellence. Financially astute, you navigate investment and partnership agreements with confidence, ensuring long-term sustainability. A clear and persuasive communicator, you engage community partners across sectors, articulating CLT’s mission and impact with credibility and influence. Most importantly, you are committed to fostering a collaborative, high-performing culture that delivers tangible, lasting results in affordable housing. To Apply To fill this position, Community Land Trust has partnered with leadership advisory firm Odgers Berndtson. Applications are encouraged immediately and should be submitted online. For more information, please contact Hermina Khara or Camille Petitti of Odgers Berndtson. We thank all those who express an interest, however only those chosen for further development will be contacted. Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion Community Land Trust is an equal opportunity employer. In accordance with the Accessible Canada Act, 2019 and all applicable provincial accessibility standards, upon request, accommodation will be provided by both Odgers Berndtson and Community Land Trust throughout the recruitment, selection and/or assessment process to applicants with disabilities. Odgers Berndtson is deeply committed to equity, diversity, and inclusion in all the work that we do. As part of our efforts to better understand our ability to reach as broad a pool of candidates as possible for our searches, our EDI team would like to encourage you to take a moment and access our Self-Declaration Form. #J-18808-Ljbffr
It’s easy to understand why Windsor-Essex is known as an ideal place to build a business and a great place to call home. With an urban and rural population of approximately 400,000, Windsor-Essex is large enough to offer the amenities and facilities of a major city, while still providing a close-knit community spirit. As CEO of Invest WindsorEssex, you’ll be one of the community’s most passionate ambassadors. Invest WindsorEssex is a not-for-profit supported by the City of Windsor and County of Essex, responsible for advancing economic development to grow and sustain prosperity in the region. As the lead economic development organization in the region, Invest Windsor Essex provides confidential and expert assistance to companies and entrepreneurs in all sectors. Working with a distinguished Board of community leaders, the CEO will drive the formulation and implementation of a comprehensive roadmap for economic development across the region, with emphasis on diversity, equity, and inclusion (EDI). This includes developing and executing strategic plans that leverage ongoing economic development initiatives while prioritizing initiatives that ensure equitable access to opportunities for all members of the community. In a globally competitive, knowledge-based economy, you will position the region as a preferred destination with a diverse workforce and a forward-thinking growth agenda. Act as a principal relationship developer with businesses, public institutions, and other key stakeholders in the region. Set priorities, create performance metrics, leverage and allocate resources, and promote continuous learning with your team. Support even greater consolidated efforts in business retention, small business start-ups, and overall economic growth for the region. Essential to the CEO’s mandate is ensuring a collaborative and inclusive environment within Invest WindsorEssex and across the broader community. An accomplished leader, you are adept at working with Boards, government representatives, corporate decision makers, and community leaders. A compelling speaker and presenter, you have likely built your economic development credentials with a large municipality, government agency, Board of Trade, or in a marketing-driven organization. Leveraging superior communication skills, you model excellence, respect, and trust. You champion diversity, equity, and inclusion while establishing strong relationships with diverse stakeholder communities and thrive in complex, changing environments. Here’s your chance to advance economic development to grow and sustain prosperity in the region. To Apply To fill this position, Invest WindsorEssex has partnered with leadership advisory firm Odgers Berndtson. Applications are encouraged immediately and should be submitted online. For more information, please contact Hanita Kargaran, Consultant at . We thank all those who express an interest; however, only those chosen for further development will be contacted. Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Invest WindsorEssex is an equal opportunity employer. In accordance with the Accessible Canada Act, 2019 and all applicable provincial accessibility standards, upon request, accommodation will be provided by both Odgers Berndtson and Invest WindsorEssex throughout the recruitment, selection, and/or assessment process to applicants with disabilities. Odgers Berndtson is deeply committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion in all the work that we do. As part of our efforts to better understand our ability to reach as broad a pool of candidates as possible for our searches, our DEI team would like to encourage you to take a moment and access our Self-Declaration Form. #J-18808-Ljbffr
It’s easy to understand why Windsor-Essex is known as an ideal place to build a business and a great place to call home. With an urban and rural population of approximately 400,000, Windsor-Essex is large enough to offer the amenities and facilities of a major city, while still providing a close-knit community spirit. As CEO of Invest WindsorEssex, you’ll be one of the community’s most passionate ambassadors. Invest WindsorEssex is a not-for-profit supported by the City of Windsor and County of Essex, responsible for advancing economic development to grow and sustain prosperity in the region. As the lead economic development organization in the region, Invest Windsor Essex provides confidential and expert assistance to companies and entrepreneurs in all sectors. Working with a distinguished Board of community leaders, the CEO will drive the formulation and implementation of a comprehensive roadmap for economic development across the region, with emphasis on diversity, equity, and inclusion (EDI). This includes developing and executing strategic plans that leverage ongoing economic development initiatives while prioritizing initiatives that ensure equitable access to opportunities for all members of the community. In a globally competitive, knowledge-based economy, you will position the region as a preferred destination with a diverse workforce and a forward-thinking growth agenda. Act as a principal relationship developer with businesses, public institutions, and other key stakeholders in the region. Set priorities, create performance metrics, leverage and allocate resources, and promote continuous learning with your team. Support even greater consolidated efforts in business retention, small business start-ups, and overall economic growth for the region. Essential to the CEO’s mandate is ensuring a collaborative and inclusive environment within Invest WindsorEssex and across the broader community. An accomplished leader, you are adept at working with Boards, government representatives, corporate decision makers, and community leaders. A compelling speaker and presenter, you have likely built your economic development credentials with a large municipality, government agency, Board of Trade, or in a marketing-driven organization. Leveraging superior communication skills, you model excellence, respect, and trust. You champion diversity, equity, and inclusion while establishing strong relationships with diverse stakeholder communities and thrive in complex, changing environments. Here’s your chance to advance economic development to grow and sustain prosperity in the region. To Apply To fill this position, Invest WindsorEssex has partnered with leadership advisory firm Odgers Berndtson. Applications are encouraged immediately and should be submitted online. For more information, please contact Hanita Kargaran, Consultant at Hanita.Kargaran@OdgersBerndtson.com. We thank all those who express an interest; however, only those chosen for further development will be contacted. Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Invest WindsorEssex is an equal opportunity employer. In accordance with the Accessible Canada Act, 2019 and all applicable provincial accessibility standards, upon request, accommodation will be provided by both Odgers Berndtson and Invest WindsorEssex throughout the recruitment, selection, and/or assessment process to applicants with disabilities. Odgers Berndtson is deeply committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion in all the work that we do. As part of our efforts to better understand our ability to reach as broad a pool of candidates as possible for our searches, our DEI team would like to encourage you to take a moment and access our Self-Declaration Form. #J-18808-Ljbffr
