Share Your Voice. Get Involved!
Citizens and community members can get involved and make a difference in our community through membership on the various boards and committees appointed by Shelburne Town Council.
Committees provide advice and recommendations to Council on a variety of issues, including heritage, recreation and facilities, and economic and community development. Citizens are invited to take the opportunity to serve on a committee or board.
Please note Committee member terms run with the current term of Council which is 2018 - 2022.
To join a committee or board, you need to:
Review each of our committees and the work they are doing in our community.
Accessibility Advisory Committee |
The Accessibility Advisory Committee is committed to making the Town of Shelburne barrier-free for all residents. The Town of Shelburne Accessibility plan and accessibility awards program are two important initiatives spearheaded by this committee. Mission Statement: To raise awareness of employees and residents of the Town of Shelburne about the accessibility needs of people with disabilities; communicational, intellectual, sensory, physical, and mental health related. To provide support and training to ensure that all residents enjoy a barrier-free Town. Vision Statement: To make the Town of Shelburne the leading example of a jurisdiction with full accessibility for all people with disabilities. The purpose of the Accessibility Advisory Committee is to encourage and facilitate accessibility on behalf of all people by:
View our meeting schedule and minutes to stay informed about the actions of the Accessibility Advisory committee. All of our meetings are open to the public. The committee meets quarterly on the last Tuesday of February, May, August and November. Contact usTo contact the Accessibility Advisory committee email or call (519) 925-2600 x 223. Committee members
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Arts and Culture Committee |
The Arts and Culture Committee will advise Council and Staff on policies, develop plans and programming designed to promote culture and the arts within the community. |
Anti-Black Racism & Racism & Discrimination Task Force |
At the October 26, 2020 Special Council meeting the following resolution was passed in respond to the Task Force recommendations:
The purpose of the Task Force is to discuss and provide recommendations to Council, and is expected to report back to Council in approximately 2 months. The Mayor and Deputy Mayor will also participate in the task force meetings. |
Canada Day Festival Committee |
The Canada Day Festival Committee is committed to making Canada Day Festivites enjoyable to everyone. They develop plans and programs for Canada Day for the whole community. The committee meets the second Wednesday of every month at 7pm at Shelburne Town Hall. Committee members
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Centre Dufferin Recreation Complex Board of Management |
The Centre Dufferin Recreation Complex Board of Management oversees the operation of the Town's recreation complex. View our meeting schedule and minutes to stay informed. Board members
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Economic Development Committee |
The Economic Development committee (EDC) works to promote the Town as a place for business growth and economic investment. Through the Economic Development Strategy the EDC provides support to local businesses and future investors. View our meeting schedule and minutes to stay informed. Committee members
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Heritage Shelburne Committee |
The Town of Shelburne Heritage Committee provides information about the history of our community. They conduct research into our past and educate the public through walking tours and literature. View our meeting schedule and minutes to stay informed. The committee meets the first Wednesday of every month at 7pm at Shelburne Town Hall. Committee members
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Shelburne and District Fire Board |
The Shelburne District Fire Board operates the Shelburne and District Fire Department that provides emergency services to Shelburne and the surrounding communities. View our meeting schedule and minutes to stay informed. Board members
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Parks and Recreation Task Force |
The Parks and Recreation task force will identify and prioritize parks and recreational needs and develop funding strategies to meet those needs in order to maximize parks and recreational opportunities. |
Shelburne Library Board |
The Shelburne Library Board runs and operates the Shelburne Library. View our meeting schedule and minutes to stay informed. Committee members
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Youth Advisory Committee |
The Youth Advisory Committee, through our terms of reference, advises Town Council on important social, recreational and lifestyle issues concerning the Town's younger population. Become a memberFill out the Youth Advisory Committee application to join the Youth Advisory Committee. |
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