Join a City of Burlington advisory committee or board, in a volunteer role, to contribute to projects and initiatives! Our board and committee members provide advice and feedback to Council and staff on a variety of issues in the city. We encourage members of the public, aged 18 and older, who represent the diverse backgrounds of our community to take part.
Recruitment for Boards and Committees is currently open now, until Nov. 17, 2024. Application form.
See below to learn more about each committee, including:
- Committee description and meeting frequency
- Member responsibilities and appointment duration
- How committee business is conducted
- Committee composition
- Key qualifications we're looking for
- The number of positions available
Benefits
Volunteering on a local board or committee is a great way to:
- Address a common interest
- Develop skills
- Expand your network and meet new people
- Gain a broader understanding of how municipal government works
- Lend your voice and expertise to help shape decisions and services that impact our community
- Share your talents
Volunteer positions
The following committees are recruiting new members:
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Burlington Accessibility Advisory Committee |
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The Burlington Accessibility Advisory Committee was established in 1994 as a requirement by law through the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, 2005. The role of the committee is to advise on the identification, removal and prevention of barriers to people with disabilities in the City’s by-laws, policies, programs and services. The committee works with city staff to create the Multi-Year Corporate Accessibility Plan and advises the city on accessibility issues, not only to help remove existing barriers but also to prevent new barriers from being created. Committee Responsibilities:
How we conduct Committee business The Burlington Accessibility Advisory Committee meetings are currently being conducted using a hybrid format where members are able to participate in person or remotely by way of Teams. Agendas are distributed electronically and posted on the City of Burlington online calendar. Meeting frequency: Meetings take place monthly, on the second Thursday of the month beginning at 7 p.m. Meetings are approximately two hours in length. Committee composition The Burlington Accessibility Advisory Committee has twelve voting members with two alternates. This appointment will expire Dec. 31, 2026, or until a successor is appointed. Appointments will coincide with the term of Council. Key qualifications In addition to the general eligibility requirements set out in the Public Appointments Policy, members of the Accessibility Advisory Committee should possess:
To apply, visit burlington.ca/volunteer to submit an application form.
Deadline: Nov. 17, 2024 at 11:59 p.m.
Questions? Contact clerks@burlington.ca |
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Burlington Agriculture and Rural Affairs Advisory Committee |
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The Burlington Agricultural and Rural Affairs Advisory Committee (BARAAC) was established by the City in 2018 through its review and adoption of the new Burlington Official Plan. Rural Burlington, located on the edge of a major urban area, faces significant pressures and challenges as a community, but also significant opportunities. The protection and strengthening of the rural community is the City’s overarching goal in planning for the rural area. As the economic viability of farming is central to the future of rural Burlington, the health and prosperity of the agricultural system is integral to these efforts. Committee responsibilities:
How we conduct Committee business BARAAC meetings are currently being conducted using a hybrid format where members are able to participate in person or remotely by way of Teams. Agendas are distributed electronically and posted on the City of Burlington online calendar. Meeting frequency: Meetings take place monthly on the third Wednesday evening of the month beginning at 7 p.m. Meetings are approximately two hours in length. Committee composition BARAAC has ten voting members with two alternates. This appointment will expire Dec. 31, 2026, or until a successor is appointed. Appointments will coincide with the term of Council. Key qualifications In addition to the general eligibility requirements set out in the Public Appointment Policy, members of BARAAC must possess:
To apply, visit burlington.ca/volunteer to submit an application form.
Deadline: Nov. 17, 2024 at 11:59 p.m.
Questions? Contact clerks@burlington.ca |
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Burlington Cycling Advisory Committee |
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The Burlington Cycling Advisory Committee was established in 1990 as the Burlington Bikeway Committee. The committee provides advice to Council on cycling matters and promotes cycling in the community. Committee Responsibilities:
How we conduct Committee business The Burlington Cycling Advisory Committee meetings are currently being conducted using a hybrid format where members are able to participate in person or remotely by way of Teams. Agendas are distributed electronically and posted on the City of Burlington online calendar. Meeting frequency: Meetings take place once monthly, on the last Tuesday of the month beginning at 7 p.m. Meetings are approximately two hours in length. Committee composition The Burlington Cycling Advisory Committee has twelve voting members and two alternates. This appointment will expire Dec. 31, 2026, or until a successor is appointed. Appointments will coincide with the term of Council. Key qualifications In addition to the general eligibility requirements set out in the Public Appointments Policy, members of the Burlington Cycling Advisory Committee should:
To apply, visit burlington.ca/volunteer to submit an application form.
Deadline: Nov. 17, 2024 at 11:59 p.m.
Questions? Contact clerks@burlington.ca |
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Burlington Downtown Parking Advisory Committee |
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The Burlington Downtown Parking Advisory Committee was established as an advisory committee to Burlington City Council on Nov. 11, 2002, to advise on the development and delivery of parking services in downtown Burlington. Committee responsibilities:
How we conduct Committee business DPC meetings are conducted using a hybrid format. Members can participate in person or remotely by way of Teams. Agendas are distributed electronically and posted on the City of Burlington online calendar. Meeting frequency: Meetings take place quarterly on Thursdays, beginning at 8:30 a.m. Meetings are approximately two hours in length. Committee composition The DPC has twelve voting members and two alternates. Voting members consist of four resident representatives, six members of the Burlington Downtown Business Association, one member of Tourism Burlington and one member representing a non-business interest operating in the broader downtown area, such as a cultural and/or education organization. This appointment will expire Dec. 31, 2026, or until a successor is appointed. Appointments will coincide with the term of Council. Key qualifications In addition to the general eligibility requirements set out in the Public Appointments Policy, members of the DPC should:
To apply, visit burlington.ca/volunteer to submit an application form.
Deadline: Nov. 17, 2024 at 11:59 p.m.
Questions? Contact clerks@burlington.ca |
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Burlington Integrated Transportation Advisory Committee |
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The Burlington Integrated Transportation Advisory Committee (ITAC) was established in 2015 to focus on all forms of transportation in the community including pedestrian, cycling, transit and driving. Committee responsibilities:
How we conduct Committee business The Burlington Integrated Transportation Advisory Committee meetings are currently being conducted using a hybrid format where members participate in person or remotely by way of Teams. Agendas are distributed electronically and posted on the City of Burlington online calendar. Meeting frequency: Meetings take place once monthly, on the last Monday of the month beginning at 7 p.m. Meetings are approximately two hours in length. Committee composition The Burlington Integrated Transportation Advisory Committee has six voting members from the community, and one voting member from each of the following advisory committees: Sustainable Development Committee, Seniors’, Accessibility and Cycling Advisory Committees. This appointment will expire Dec. 31, 2026, or until a successor is appointed. Appointments will coincide with the term of Council. Key qualifications In addition to the general eligibility requirements set out in the Public Appointments Policy, members of the Burlington Integrated Transportation Advisory Committee should:
To apply, visit burlington.ca/volunteer to submit an application form.
Deadline: Nov. 17, 2024 at 11:59 p.m.
Questions? Contact clerks@burlington.ca |
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Burlington Mundialization Committee |
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The Burlington Mundialization Committee encourages citizen connections as a way of fostering world peace and global understanding. Through the committee, the city has signed twinning agreements with two global cities: Itabashi, Japan and Apeldoorn, Netherlands. The committee maintains the twin city relationships and coordinates activities to encourage community understanding of the twin city cultures. The committee also celebrates the importance and achievements of the United Nations and its mandate. Committee responsibilities:
How we conduct Committee business The Mundialization Committee meetings are currently being conducted using a hybrid format where members participate in person or remotely by way of Teams. Agendas are distributed electronically and posted on the City of Burlington online calendar. Meeting frequency: Meetings take place monthly, on the first Wednesday of the month beginning at 7 p.m. Meetings are approximately two hours in length. Mundialization operates with a sub-committee structure. All members are required to participate on a minimum of one of the three sub-committees (Itabashi sub-committee, Apeldoorn sub-committee, UN sub-committee). Sub-committee members establish the monthly meeting date and time. Subsequently, all Mundialization Committee members will attend two meetings per month. Committee composition The Burlington Mundialization Committee has fifteen voting members. This appointment will expire Dec. 31, 2026, or until a successor is appointed. Appointments will coincide with the term of Council. Key qualifications In addition to the general eligibility requirements set out in the Public Appointment Policy, members of the Mundialization Committee should possess:
To apply, visit burlington.ca/volunteer to submit an application form.
Deadline: Nov. 17, 2024 at 11:59 p.m.
Questions? Contact clerks@burlington.ca |
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Burlington Museums Board |
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The Burlington Museums Board is the governing body for the Museums of Burlington, working alongside The Corporation of the City of Burlington. The role of the Burlington Museums Board is to provide strategic leadership and direction for the organization. The Museums of Burlington commitment is to serve, lead and together build a culture rich community while engaging our audiences through the sharing of history and culture. The Museums of Burlington is a creative dynamic organization with Board and staff who respects what each member brings to the organization and is committed to ensuring the continued success of the Joseph Brant Museum and Ireland House Museum. Board Responsibilities:
How we conduct Committee business The Museum Board meetings are typically held in person at either the Joseph Brant Museum or Ireland House Museum. Meeting frequency: Meetings take place once a month with breaks in December, July and August. Committee composition The Museum Board of Directors has eight members and one member of City Council. Members will hold office for a period of three (3) years (Jan. 1 through Dec. 31) and may not serve more than two (2) consecutive terms; Board members can be re-nominated following an absence of one (1) term. Key qualifications In addition to the general eligibility requirements set out in the Public Appointment Policy, members of the Burlington Museums Board should possess:
To apply, visit burlington.ca/volunteer to submit an application form.
Deadline: Nov. 17, 2024 at 11:59 p.m.
Questions? Contact Kimberly Watson, Museum Director, at kimberly.watson@burlington.ca |
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Burlington Seniors Advisory Committee |
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The Burlington Seniors’ Advisory Committee was established to raise awareness of seniors’ needs, to provide Burlington seniors with a voice about current issues and emerging concerns and to promote and improve the quality of life for seniors living in Burlington. Committee responsibilities:
How we conduct Committee business The Burlington Seniors’ Advisory Committee meetings are conducted using a hybrid format. Members can participate in person or remotely by way of Teams. Agendas are distributed electronically and posted on the City of Burlington online calendar. Meeting frequency: Meetings take place once monthly, on the last Monday of the month from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. Committee composition The Burlington Seniors’ Advisory Committee has five members, at least 55 years of age, five community/stakeholder representatives, and four alternates. This appointment will expire Dec. 31, 2026, or until a successor is appointed. Appointments will coincide with the term of Council. Community/stakeholder representatives may be appointed from the following organizations, but are not limited to: Burlington Seniors’ Centre, Retirement/long term care facilities, Residential homes or seniors apartment complexes, healthcare organizations (e.g. Red Cross, Acclaim Health, Bayshore Home Health) Community Development Halton. Key qualifications In addition to the general eligibility requirements set out in the Public Appointments Policy, members of the Burlington Seniors’ Advisory Committee should:
To apply, visit burlington.ca/volunteer to submit an application form.
Deadline: Nov. 17, 2024 at 11:59 p.m.
Questions? Contact clerks@burlington.ca |
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In 1990, City Council declared the City of Burlington to be a ‘Sustainable Development Community’ and established a Sustainable Development Advisory Committee (SDC). Members of SDC are volunteers who have been appointed by Council to advise on issues that relate to sustainable development. Committee responsibilities:
How we conduct Committee business SDC meetings are currently being conducted using a hybrid format where members are able to participate in person or remotely by way of Teams. Agendas are distributed electronically and posted on the City of Burlington online calendar. Meeting frequency: Meetings take place monthly, on the third Wednesday of the month beginning at 7 p.m. Meetings are approximately two hours in length. Committee composition SDC has fifteen voting members with two to three alternates. This appointment will expire Dec. 31, 2026, or until a successor is appointed. Appointments will coincide with the term of Council. Key qualifications In addition to the general eligibility requirements set out in the Public Appointments Policy, members of the SDC should possess:
To apply, visit burlington.ca/volunteer to submit an application form.
Deadline: Nov. 17, 2024 at 11:59 p.m.
Questions? Contact clerks@burlington.ca |
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Heritage Burlington Advisory Committee |
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The Heritage Burlington Advisory Committee was established by the City in accordance with legislative requirements under the Ontario Heritage Act to advise City Council on issues related to the preservation of Burlington’s built heritage including the designation of properties of heritage interest. The Committee also has a mandate to promote all aspects of Burlington’s heritage to its residents and visitors alike. Committee responsibilities:
How we conduct Committee business Heritage Burlington meetings are currently being conducted using a hybrid format where members are able to participate in person or remotely by way of Teams. Agendas are distributed electronically and posted on the City of Burlington online calendar. Meeting frequency: Meetings take place monthly on the second Wednesday evening of the month beginning at 7 p.m. Meetings are approximately two hours in length. Committee composition Heritage Burlington has thirteen voting members with up to four alternates. This appointment will expire Dec. 31, 2026, or until a successor is appointed. Appointments will coincide with the term of Council. Key qualifications In addition to the general eligibility requirements set out in the Public Appointment Policy, members of Heritage Burlington should possess:
To apply, visit burlington.ca/volunteer to submit an application form.
Deadline: Nov. 17, 2024 at 11:59 p.m.
Questions? Contact clerks@burlington.ca |
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Inclusivity Advisory Committee |
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The Burlington Inclusivity Advisory Committee is an advisory committee reporting to Council through Committee of the Whole. The committee provides a monitoring and measuring role to help ensure the City applies an inclusion lens to its policies, services and programs. Committee responsibilities:
How we conduct Committee business The Inclusivity Advisory Committee meetings are conducted using a hybrid format. Members can participate in person or remotely by way of Teams. Agendas are distributed electronically and posted on the City of Burlington online calendar. Meeting frequency: Meetings take place monthly on the third Friday of each month at 9 a.m. Meetings are approximately two hours in length. Committee composition The Inclusivity Advisory Committee has twelve voting members with two alternates. This appointment will expire Dec. 31, 2026, or until a successor is appointed. Appointments will coincide with the term of Council. Key qualifications In addition to the general eligibility requirements set out in the Public Appointments Policy, members of the Inclusivity Advisory Committee should possess:
To apply, visit burlington.ca/volunteer to submit an application form.
Deadline: Nov. 17, 2024 at 11:59 p.m.
Questions? Contact clerks@burlington.ca |
Resources for advisory committee members
View a collection of helpful resources available for advisory committee members, including:
- Corporate Accessibility Policy
- Handbook for Advisory Committees
- Municipal Conflict of Interest Act
- Code of Conduct for Local Boards and Committees
Public Appointment Policy
Our Public Appointment Policy outlines the City's process of appointments to advisory committees and local boards. It also introduces provisions to ensure diversity and inclusion on our committees and boards so they can better reflect the community we serve.