HALIFAX: The Halifax Regional Municipality is seeking applications for volunteers to serve on a variety of municipal boards, committees and commissions.
Applications are available at halifax.ca/serve and will be accepted until Monday, Dec. 16 at 11:59 p.m..
Municipal boards, committees, and commissions consist of councillors, residents and industry representatives.
These groups provide recommendations to Regional Council, Community Councils, Standing Committees or municipal staff – and serve as an important part of the decision-making process.
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There are 39 volunteer positions available on the following bodies:
· Accessibility Advisory Committee
· Active Transportation Advisory Committee
· African Descent Advisory Committee
· Board of Police Commissioners
· Point Pleasant Park Advisory Committee
· Special Events Advisory Committee
· Women & Gender Equity Advisory Committee
Information on each board, committee and commission – including terms of reference, meeting schedules, minutes, agendas, and reports – can be found on halifax.ca.
Applicants are encouraged to review these resources before applying to learn more about the role and typical work performed by each board, committee and commission.
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The municipality is seeking board, committee and commission members that are reflective and inclusive of residents from across the municipality.
Applicants from Black/African Nova Scotian communities, youth, women, persons with disabilities, Indigenous persons, and Francophone/Acadian, newcomer and 2SLGBTQ+ communities are encouraged to self-identify.
For more information or to apply, visit halifax.ca/serve.
Residents can also contact serve@halifax.ca or call 902-490-4210 for questions about the appointment process or to request accommodations.
