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Get involved in your community while gaining valuable experience and networking with like-minded residents by applying to join a Council-appointed board or committee.
There are more than 70 vacancies among 18 Municipal boards and committees. Do you have a passion for public art? A deep-rooted interest in community flowerbeds and other beautification initiatives? Ideas on how to make life easier for local seniors and Elders? Your energy and perspective 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
- Assessment Review Board
- Combative Sports Commission
- Communities in Bloom
- Community Identification Committee
- Community Standards Appeal Committee
- Development Advisory Committee
- Downtown Revitalization Advisory Committee
- Fort McMurray Airport Authority
- Homelessness Initiatives Strategic Committee
- Regional Advisory Committee on Inclusion, Diversity & Equity
- Regional Recreation Corporation Board
- Public Art Committee
- Regional Library Board
- Subdivision and Development Appeal Board
- Vehicle for Hire Committee
- 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.
For example, the Public Art Committee was instrumental in bringing the Wood Buffalo Mural Fest to the region. The Advisory Committee on Aging received the Alberta Age-Friendly Recognition Award in 2024 for its progress implementing the Wood Buffalo Age-Friendly Work Plan, making structures and services more accessible and inclusive for seniors.
Information & Networking session held on Oct. 2 at Jubilee Building
If you are interested in applying, please join us for an information and networking session on Oct. 2, held from 4:30 – 6:30 p.m. at the Jubilee Building (9909 Franklin Ave.). Attendees will learn about opportunities and roles on RMWB boards and committees and network with current members and administrators. Watch for more details at rmwb.ca/boards and on RMWB social media in the coming weeks.
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 Sept. 3 to Oct. 27
You are welcome to apply for multiple vacancies. 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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