Do you want to help shape the Township of Wilmot and make a positive difference in the community? Volunteering on a Wilmot committee of council is one of the ways you can help.
Committees of Council
Committees of Council provide advice to Council and staff on issues that are important to the public. These committees are called Advisory Committees and provide recommendations, advice, and information to Council, as well as carry out assigned responsibilities.
Member criteria
We are looking for volunteer committee members from all backgrounds and experiences that can assist Council in further developing and strengthening a diverse and inclusive community.
Potential members must:
- Live, own property, or are the spouse of someone who owns property in the Township of Wilmot
- Be at least 18 years of age
Governance
All Committees of Council are governed by the Committee Governance Policy and the Rules of Procedure By-law 2021-36.
Committees
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Grand River Accessibility Advisory Committee |
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The Grand River Accessibility Advisory Committee (GRAAC) advises seven municipalities within the Region of Waterloo to fulfill the purpose of the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act by providing advice in regards to the removal of all levels of barriers. Details:
Meeting Frequency: Monthly, every third Thursday (usually during Township business hours, 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.) |
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Committee of Adjustment |
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The Committee of Adjustment consists of five Council appointed citizens to consider the following:
Learn more about the Committee of Adjustment. Meeting Frequency: Monthly, on the first Wednesday of the month at 7:00 p.m. |
| Dangerous Dog Designation Appeals Committee |
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The Dangerous Dog Designation Appeal Committee is a quasi-judicial body that hears appeals from dog owner’s, or their agents related to the designation of a dog as potential dangerous, dangerous, restricted, or prohibited by an Animal Control Officer, or agent (as per the Dog Control By-law). Committee members who sit on the Dangerous Dog Designation Appeals Committee also sit on the Property Standards Committee. View the Dangerous Dog Designation Appeals Committee Terms of Reference. Meeting Frequency: As required in response to appeals received by the Township (generally during Township business hours, 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.) |
| Heritage Wilmot and Castle Kilbride Advisory Committee |
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The Heritage Wilmot and Castle Kilbride Advisory Committee is a committee of Council that is responsible for advising on heritage and museum matters. It is a consolidated committee of the former Heritage Wilmot Advisory Committee and Castle Kilbride Advisory Committee. The Committee is appointed by Council to advise and make recommendations to Council, the Director of Development Services and the Chief Building Official regarding the Township’s built heritage and other heritage features. Details: The Committee has a statutory role which is set out in the Ontario Heritage Act:
The Committee also advises Council on matters related to Castle Kilbride such as:
View the Heritage Wilmot and Castle Kilbride Advisory Committee Terms of Reference. Meeting Frequency: TBA |
| Property Standards Advisory Committee |
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The Property Standards Appeals Committee is a quasi-judicial body that hears appeals from owners or their agents who have received an Order of the Chief Building Official, a Property Standards Officer, or a Municipal Law Enforcement Officer, in accordance with the Property Standards By-law. Committee members who sit on the Property Standards Committee also sit on the Dangerous Dog Designation Appeals Committee. View the Property Standards Advisory Committee Terms of Reference. Meeting Frequency: As required in response to appeals received by the Township (generally during Township business hours, 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.) |
Interested in learning more about how a committee functions or about the work they do? Consider attending a committee meeting or look at the meeting agendas online. Committee meetings are generally open to the public, and meetings are posted on the Township Calendar.
Current opportunities
There are currently no vacancies on any Township Committees. Please continue to check this page regularly.
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Apply Online
If you would like a paper or PDF copy of the application form, or if you would like more information on the committees and how to apply, please contact Legislative Services at the information below.
Contacts