Virtual Information SessionA virtual information session to share more details about volunteering for a committee and the application process was held on Nov. 17 at 7 p.m. Thank you to everyone who took part. If you have any questions, please email clerks@burlington.ca
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COVID-19 notice:
Starting September 2020, advisory committees will meet virtually if there is time-sensitive city business to discuss. Check the meeting calendar at burlington.ca/calendar for upcoming meeting dates and virtual meeting links.
The City of Burlington advisory committees play a key role in providing advice and feedback to Council and staff on a variety of issues in the city.
The city encourages residents who represent the diverse backgrounds of our community to participate on these committees.
Becoming a member of a committee or board offers residents a unique chance to volunteer their highly valued skills and to strengthen our shared sense of community.
City of Burlington Council Appointed Advisory Committees
- Burlington Accessibility Advisory Committee
- Burlington Agricultural and Rural Affairs Advisory Committee
- Burlington Cycling Advisory Committee
- Burlington Downtown Parking Advisory Committee
- Burlington Inclusivity Advisory Committee
- Burlington Integrated Transportation Advisory Committee (ITAC)
- Burlington Seniors' Advisory Committee
- Burlington Sustainable Development Advisory Committee
- Heritage Burlington Advisory Committee
Boards
| Burlington Hydro Board of Directors |
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Burlington Enterprises Corporation (BEC) is a services company that is wholly owned by the City of Burlington. Burlington Hydro Inc. (BHI) and Burlington Electricity Services Inc. (BESI) are affiliate companies owned by Burlington Enterprises Corporation. Burlington Hydro serves approximately 67,500 residential and commercial customers in the City of Burlington, delivering electricity into the community through a network of 1,600 kilometres of medium-voltage distribution lines and 32 substations |
| Burlington Public Library Board of Directors |
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The Burlington Public Library Board is responsible for administering the activities of all Burlington library branches located throughout the City. The Board is responsible for the overall management and control of the library system including policy, budget and operations. Applicants must not be employed by the Burlington Pubic library or the City of Burlington. View Burlington Public Library Board of Directors website... |
| Conservation Halton Board of Directors |
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Conservation Halton works to protect, restore and manage natural resources spanning 1,000 square kilometers of land, 17 flowing creeks, approximately 26 kilometers of Lake Ontario shoreline, extensive forest cover and 80 kilometers of Ontario’s Niagara Escarpment. |
| Museums of Burlington Board of Directors |
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Museums of Burlington’s commitment is to serve, lead and build a culture rich community. With the mission to engage audiences through the sharing of history and culture and the vision to inspire connections, Museums of Burlington seek to share history and heritage, push boundaries through diverse perspectives, and connect and serve the interests of the community. |
Other Committees
- Burlington Mundialization Committee
- Committee of Adjustment
- Greater Bay Area Sub-Committee
- Mayor's Millennial Committee
- Charter Action Team
Consider a volunteer role on a City of Burlington Board or Committee
Apply online to volunteer on a board or committee and contribute to projects, initiatives or have a council advisory role.
Recruitment for boards and committees takes place in the fall. Applications received throughout the year are kept on file until that time.
Volunteering on a local board or committee is a great way to:
- meet new people
- share your talents
- develop skills
- address a common interest
- make a difference in your community
Applications and information can be provided in accessible formats upon request.