
Help shape the future of your community while gaining valuable experience by applying to join a Council-appointed board or committee.
“We invite interested community members to apply to join a Council-appointed board or committee,” said Mayor Sandy Bowman. “Your energy and perspective are needed to help advise Council and support important initiatives across the region, while taking an opportunity to help the community and gain some great experience.”
Nine different boards and committees recruiting members
There are 17 vacancies among nine Municipal boards and committees. Are you a keen observer of sports and recreation trends in your community? Do you have a passion for and experience with combative sports? Your skills and experience are needed for important projects and initiatives across the region.
Applications are open for vacant positions on the following boards and committees:
- Advisory Committee on Aging
- Combative Sports Commission
- Communities in Bloom
- Downtown Revitalization Advisory Committee
- Homelessness Initiatives Strategic Committee
- Regional Advisory Committee on Inclusion, Diversity & Equity
- Regional Recreation Corporation Board
- Waterfront Advisory Committee
- Wood Buffalo Housing and Development Corporation
Professional growth and networking opportunities
Joining a board or committee is a great opportunity for professional growth and to gain valuable experience in municipal government. Members work alongside other community leaders and help advise Mayor and Councillors on important decisions and matters that impact your community.
Rural and Indigenous residents strongly encouraged to apply
Most board and committee meetings can be attended remotely by video call, making it easier for rural residents to participate. Rural board and committee members will be reimbursed mileage expenses for driving to attend meetings in person.
Apply for an open position from Jan. 20 to Feb. 16
You are welcome to apply for vacancies on multiple boards and committees. Anyone not appointed by Council to a board or committee at this time may be added to a pool of applicants for future vacancies.
Access the Boards and Committees portal and submit your application at rmwb.ca/boards. For questions or to get help applying for a vacancy, contact Pulse at 780-743-7000 or toll-free at 1-800-973-9663.
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