Volunteer Cancer Drivers Society (VCDS) is looking for experienced professionals, executives and community leaders to join our volunteer Board of Directors and help shape what comes next for cancer patients who need assistance getting to and from their treatments.
VCDS provides complimentary transportation for cancer patients travelling to treatment and safely home again across Greater Vancouver and the Fraser Valley.
In 2025, our volunteer drivers provided more than 42,000 patient trips and travelled over 1.1 million kilometres. So far this year, demand is running more than 20% higher.
Behind every number is a person. Someone who doesn’t have to worry about how they’re getting to treatment. A family member with one less thing to worry about. A patient who can focus on getting through the day instead of finding a ride. That’s the impact we’re building on.
Why now?
VCDS is at an important point in its evolution. As demand continues to grow, we’re intentionally strengthening our Board with leaders who can help us anticipate future needs, broaden our relationships, strengthen our governance and build the organizational and financial capacity needed for the future.
We’re continuing our evolution toward an engaged governance Board, one that provides strategic leadership and oversight while serving as passionate ambassadors for VCDS in the community.
We’re looking for people who want to bring their experience, judgement, perspective and relationships to the table.
Where could you contribute?
Strong Boards are built by bringing together people with different skills, experiences, perspectives and community connections.
We welcome conversations with experienced leaders who bring expertise that could strengthen our Board, including;
Legal / Finance / Fund Strategy / Technology / Communication / Healthcare /People and Culture / Transformation / Risk or Community Leadership.
We’re interested in meeting potential Directors who can strengthen the Board today, as well as people who could contribute as future opportunities arise.
Interested in joining our Board?
If you believe your experience could add something to VCDS, we’d like to hear from you.
Email a brief introduction, your resume, or LinkedIn profile, and the role that interests you to Gail Kaufmann, President & Board Chair at gailk@volunteercancerdrivers.com. You're welcome to email Gail with questions, too.
