The City of Port Colborne has numerous boards and committees of Council designed to improve and shape the future of our community by providing advice and feedback on a variety of issues. Some boards and committees also organize and participate in community events.

Joining a citizen board or committee is a great way to get involved and offer your voice and valued skills in order to strengthen our shared sense of community.

Appointments to Boards and Committees Policy

Are you interested in making your voice heard in your community by joining one of the boards and committees listed below? If so, please complete the application form below:

Board and Committee Application Form

The following boards and committees are looking for new members: 

  • Active Transportation Advisory Committee
  • Mayor's Youth Advisory Committee
  • Museum, Culture and Heritage Board
  • Niagara Region Transportation Strategy Steering Committee

Please note: successful applicants should be aware their names will be public. 

Advisory Committees

Boards

Statutory Committees

Internal City Committees

Regional Advisory Committees

How can I attend or participate in a meeting?

All board and committee meetings are open to the public except as provided for in section 239 of the Municipal Act, 2001. To view upcoming board and committee meetings, please visit the Council, Boards and Committees Calendar webpage using the link below: 

Council, Boards and Committees Calendar

Before attending a board or committee meeting, please review the Procedural By-law to ensure you understand the rules governing the proceedings of all Council, board, and committee meetings: 

Procedural By-law

For more information about attending or participating in a board or committee meeting, please contact:

Deputy Clerk: DeputyClerk@portcolborne.ca

Brenda Heidebrecht, Legislative Assistant: Brenda.Heidebrecht@portcolborne.ca.

In your request, include the board or committee that you are interested in attending or participating in. Clerk's Division staff will put you in contact with the appropriate staff liaison, who will provide you the information you need.