Josh Snider

Josh Snider (he/him) works on the Philanthropy team at Trans Canada Trail, leading prospect development, pipeline management, strategy, and research in support of the organization’s fundraising goals.

Josh brings 20 years of leadership experience in Canada’s charitable and philanthropic sector. Throughout his career, he has managed major fundraising campaigns, impactful national programs, collaborative granting portfolios, and high-performing teams. Trained in the Art of Hosting, Josh is also an experienced facilitator and educator.

Before joining Trans Canada Trail, he held leadership positions with Environment Funders Canada, MakeWay, The Howl Experience, McConnell Foundation, and The Natural Step Canada (now Generate Canada).

With a deep passion for community, Josh is an active volunteer, currently serving as a Board Director with Future of Good and a Trustee with the Awesome Foundation Ottawa. He also supports fundraising and awareness events with Bruce House, a local HIV/AIDS service organization. Previously, he was a member of the Ottawa Community Foundation’s Grants Committee and the City of Ottawa’s Environmental Advisory Committee.

Josh is enthusiastic about sustainability, nature, and climate action. He enjoys cycling, canoeing, hiking, XC skiing, camping, gardening, and reading in his hammock. Based on unceded Algonquin Territory, he can often be found along the National Capital Region’s many trails year-round, including the Capital Pathway, Ottawa Valley Recreational Trail, and throughout Parc de la Gatineau.