One of the challenges in writing the by-laws is the structure of the Board of Directors.
1. How big should the Board be? If it's too big it may not be able to do its work efficiently; if it's too small there may not be enough people to do the work. The Foundation board started with five members but has needed to expand since it was established.
2. How do we best integrate regional and provincial interests. Eventually we should support the growth of sub-chapters but that could take a few years before it can be accomplished across the country. These sub-chapters can be represented at the federal level. Few people outside of Toronto would want the board to be Toronto dominated.
3. How do we choose directors? A few should probably be appointed to bring desired skills to the Board, but they should remain a minority. How many should be chosen by the general membership, and how? How many should be chosen by the online community. Can non-Canadians participate as members of the online community?
Other issues may also arise.
Ray