Council has established a number of boards and committees that serve the Wood Buffalo community in a volunteer capacity. These boards help to advise and inform Mayor and Councillors on matters that impact the public, giving residents access and input with decision makers in government.
The Municipality's Legislative Services department carries out an annual recruitment drive for volunteers to serve on Council-appointed Boards and Committees.
Apply to join a Committee or Board
Residents looking to get involved and take part in decisions affecting their community are encouraged to apply to join a municipal board or committee. Enthusiastic, community-minded individuals can share their skills, ideas and experience by applying online today.
Completed applications should be submitted by 4:30 p.m. on Friday, October 22, 2021. For more information or questions, please contact Pulse at 780-743-7000, 1-800-973-9663.
- The Regional Municipality of Wood Buffalo (RMWB) recognizes that Wood Buffalo is best served by public agencies which reflect the diversity of our region. It is recognized in Wood Buffalo as a fundamental principal and as a matter of public policy that all persons are equal in regard to race, religious belief, colour, gender, gender identity, gender expression, physical disability, mental disability, age, ancestry, place of origin, marital status, source of income, family status, or sexual orientation. It is important that diversity is recognized in the members of municipal committees.
Applying for a Board or Committee position: (Process)
- You can apply for a specific vacant Board/Committee position or apply for any position on the Board/Committee of your choice.
- After selecting the position(s) you plan to apply for, click ‘Apply Now’ at the top of your page. You can apply for more than one position.
- Once you submit your application, you’ll receive an email confirming it was received by the system.
- IMPORTANT Note: Google Chrome and Firefox users may need to clear their browsing history when re-logging into the application system.
- For current Board and Committee representatives planning to reapply please do not create new accounts: Log-in information will be mailed to you in your end-of-term letter. You can also contact Legislative Services at BoardsandCommittees@rmwb.ca for your log-in information.
Submit Written Comments
To submit written comments as a delegate to an item on a Committee Meeting Agenda, please submit a Written Submission Delegate Form. Your written comments will be included in the Committee Meeting Agenda Package and will form part of the public record for the Committee Meeting. Written submissions must be in reference to a specific item on a Committee Meeting Agenda. Agendas for Committee meetings are published on the Friday of the week before the meeting.
Council Appointed Committees and Boards
| Advisory Committee on Aging |
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The Advisory Committee on Aging's mandate is to gather public input and make strategic recommendations to Council regarding service delivery for seniors. In late 2015, the ACOA and its partner agencies hosted a series of engagements to capture public input towards the Committee's vision of Aging with Dignity in Wood Buffalo. In addition to public engagement, the ACOA has, with Council approval, applied to the World Health Organization and began working toward the requirements for designation as an Age-friendly Community. |
| Assessment Review Boards |
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The Assessment Review Boards are quasi-judicial boards that are established to hear appeals regarding assessment notices and tax notices (other than property tax) and make decisions on these appeals in accordance with the provisions of the Municipal Government Act. Board Decisions Filing a Complaint Hearing Process Meeting Portal |
| Combative Sports Commission |
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The mission of the RMWB Combative Sports Commision is to enhance the quality, safety and reputation of combative sports events. |
| Community Identification Committee |
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The community identification committee makes recommendations to Council with respect to the naming of communities, subdivisions, public facilities, streets and multi-family projects within the region. Learn more in Meeting Portal Download the CIC Name Nomination Request form |
| Communities in Bloom Committee |
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Helping hands are always appreciated! The Communities in Bloom board coordinates and assists with Communities in Bloom activities and programs. |
| Community Standards Appeal Committee |
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The Community Standards Appeal Committee hears and adjudicates appeals by any person who has received an order under the Municipal Government Act or the Animal Control Bylaw. |
| Fort McMurray Airport Authority |
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The Fort McMurray Airport Authority is responsible to manage and operate the Fort McMurray Airport. As an authority under the Airport Authorities Act, it will operate at arms' length from the Municipality; however, the Municipality, as an appointer, has the responsibility to appoint three members to the Authority. |
| Public Art Committee |
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The Public Art Committee makes recommendations on the content of the Municipal Public Art Program. |
| Regional Advisory Committee on Inclusion, Diversity and Equity |
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The Regional Municipality of Wood Buffalo is committed to inclusion, diversity and equity. As part of its mission, the Municipality aims to create a welcoming community, serving the needs of an increasingly diverse population. |
| Regional Recreation Corporation Board |
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The Regional Recreation Corporation Board provides governance and oversight to the corporation as it develops and delivers comprehensive recreation and sport initiatives throughout the Regional Municipality of Wood Buffalo. |
| Subdivision and Development Appeal Board |
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The Subdivision and Development Appeal Board is a quasi-judicial board, meaning its meetings are conducted in a court-like manner. Board members hear subdivision and development appeals and make decisions on these appeals in accordance with the provisions of the Municipal Government Act, statutory plans (Municipal Development Plan, Area Structure Plans and Land Use Bylaw), and Provincial and Council policies. |
| Wood Buffalo Regional Library Board |
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The Regional Municipality of Wood Buffalo Library Board is the legal entity that manages and controls the Wood Buffalo Regional Library. The Library Board operates within the legal framework set out the by the Alberta Government under the authority of the Libraries Act. |
| Wood Buffalo Housing and Development Corporation Board |
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| Wood Buffalo Development Advisory Committee |
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This committee advises municipal administration and Council on local development initiatives, including development and construction issues, community-based issues, public engagement activities and region-wide economic priorities. |
| Wood Buffalo 2023 Arctic Winter Games Host Society |
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When a municipality is awarded the right to host an Arctic Winter Games (AWG), it forms a Host Society to manage the event based on the terms of the hosting contract and the AWG Staging Manual. The Host Society will plan, develop and carry out all aspects of the 2023 Wood Buffalo Arctic Winter Games. |
| Wood Buffalo Downtown Revitalization Advisory Committee |
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The mandate of the Wood Buffalo Downtown Revitalization Advisory Committee is to make recommendations to Council on matters pertaining to downtown revitalization and provide a timely and considered response to Council to all downtown revitalization matters referred to the board by Council. |
| Wood Buffalo Waterfront Advisory Committee |
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The mandate of the Wood Buffalo Waterfront Advisory Committee is to make recommendations to Council on matters pertaining to waterfront revitalization and provide a timely and considered response to Council to all waterfront revitalization matters referred to the board by Council. |