Start date: Friday, September 18 2026.

Schedule:

 Fridays, 1:00 PM - 3:00 PM ,

 From September 18, 2026 until October 9, 2026 ,

 Vancouver Island Regional Library - Harbourfront Branch ,

 Sharon Speevak ,

Location: Vancouver Island Regional Library - Harbourfront Branch | 90 Commercial Street, Nanaimo, BC, V9R 5G4

Description:

Whether you're a board member or front-line volunteer, understanding your legal responsibilities and the legal risks associated with volunteering for a non-profit is essential. Explore liability for negligence, directors’ fiduciary duties, risk management strategies such as insurance and waivers, privacy rules, volunteer/management relationships and more. Be engaged and informed!

Instructor: Sharon Speevak holds a Law degree from McGill University. She practiced civil litigation and ran a legal services business for a combined total of 38 years. She has taught legal education courses and educational workshops for the Alzheimer's Society of BC.

Mandatory membership(s):

  • Volunteer Membership 2026-27
  • Life Membership
  • Individual Membership 2026-27

Available spots: 12 out of 12

Price: $44.00 Taxes not included

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