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 closed. Check back in Fall 2024 for available volunteer positions.
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
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
Advisory Committee Orientation Session
Thank you to everyone who joined the virtual orientation session on Apr. 5, 2023. A recording of this session is available below.
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.