City Looking for Volunteers to Serve on Advisory Committees

By Staff

November 28th, 2022

BURLINGTON, ON

Burlington Staff member Michelle Dwyer, second from left with Roland Tanner, second from right discussing the role of advisory committee members.

The City of Burlington is looking for community members to volunteer on a city committee or board. These volunteers play a key role in providing advice and feedback to City Council and staff on a variety of city issues. Applications are now being accepted online at burlington.ca/committees until Dec. 19, 2022.

Members of the public over 18 years of age, representing the diverse backgrounds of our community are encouraged to apply. Participating on a city committee provides a unique opportunity to:

Table Talk – an exercise where residents talk to staff about ideas they have.

Lend your voice and expertise to help shape decisions and services that impact our community
Expand your network and meet new people
Gain a broader understanding of how municipal government works.

Attend an information session Dec. 7
Individuals interested in learning more, can attend a virtual information session being held on Wednesday, Dec. 7 at 6:30 p.m. on Zoom. To register, please email clerks@burlington.ca.

The City of Burlington has more than 18 boards and committees that play a key role in providing advice and feedback to City Council and staff on a variety of issues, including heritage, accessibility, diversity and the environment.

Council approved a new Public Appointment Policy in November of 2021.  The new policy provides an outline for the process of public appointments to advisory committees and local boards at the City and introduces provisions for diversity and inclusion. View the new Public Appointment Policy.