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Boards & Committees

Committee sitting at a tableThe City of Orillia appoints approximately 100 citizens to its many boards and committees. Our community benefits greatly from the scope of knowledge and volunteerism provided through local participation. Some boards and committees require a specific level of interest or expertise, while others simply require you to bring your creative ideas and interest in serving the community. Most meet on a monthly basis. Check out the pages on the menu to the left to learn more about the various boards and committees.  Questions about membership? Contact Robin Cadeau at 705-329-2452 or rcadeau@orillia.ca.

Call for New Members

Vacancies currently exist on the following: 

  • Active Transportation Committee - (1) Eligible elector or non-resident provided the individual brings particular knowledge or skills to the Committee.
  • Commemorative Awards Committee - (2) Eligible elector or non-resident provided the individual brings particular knowledge or skills to the Committee.
  • Environmental Advisory Committee - (1) Eligible elector or non-resident provided the individual brings particular knowledge or skills to the Committee.
  • Farmers' Market Advisory Committee - (1) Orillia Farmers' Market Vendor (seasonal/casual vendors may apply). 
  • Municipal Heritage Committee – (1) Eligible elector or non-resident provided the individual brings particular knowledge or skills to the Committee.
  • Orillia Food Committee - (2) Eligible electors or non-residents with demonstrated experience in food sustainability.
  • Orillia Sunshine Youth Senate – (2) Youths aged 13-19 years eligible to attend school in Orillia.
  • Parking Advisory Committee – (1) Individual who is a member of the Downtown Orillia Management Board, or is a member of the Downtown Orillia Business Improvement Area.
  • Recreation Advisory Committee - (3) Eligible electors.
  • Town and Gown Committee - (1) Eligible elector.
  • Transit Advisory Committee - (1) Eligible elector.
  • Waste Management Advisory Committee - (1) Eligible elector.

 The next application intake opportunity ends Wed., Dec. 22, 2021 at noon.

How to apply:

Use the online application. Applicants may be interviewed, and are strongly encouraged to include a recent resume or curriculum vitae.

Download and print a Committee Application.  Drop at the Orillia City Centre, 50 Andrew St. S.

See the current List of Members on City Boards and Committees

Qualifications

Generally applicants must be an eligible elector of the City of Orillia, but there are exceptions where a non-resident from the surrounding townships with specific expertise or experience may also be appointed.  Student representatives from the local area schools are also appointed to the Orillia Sunshine Youth Senate for one-year terms from June 1st to May 31st each year.

Term

The term of office for many appointments is three years. Some however are appointed for the four year term of Council.  Members may be appointed to fill a vacancy mid-term when resignations occur.

Remuneration

Citizens who volunteer to serve on City boards and committees are paid an annual stipend as outlined in City of Orillia Remuneration By-law.  

Please note:  We attempt to make all online documents accessible, however some documents may not meet all AODA Accessibility requirements.  If you require assistance or communication support, please contact Robin Cadeau, Assistant Clerk at 705-329-2452.