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Clarington’s advisory committee meetings are open to the public and may be held in person, online or in a combination of both formats. Please view the committee agenda or reach out to the committee contact listed on the committee page for more information.
The Municipality of Clarington establishes advisory committees and boards to fulfill various mandates and make recommendations to Council. Most committees include members of the public, as well as members of Council. Volunteering to sit on an advisory board or committee is one of the many ways residents can serve their community.
Selection process
Most committees are appointed for the same four-year term as Council. Shortly after the municipal election, we advertise for appointments to boards and committees. Occasionally, vacancies occur during the four-year term.
We encourage anyone interested in sitting on a board or committee to submit an application throughout the year. We will contact you if a vacancy occurs. You are responsible for ensuring the Clerk's Division has received your application. Council will appoint qualified applicants to vacancies based on the application submitted. We will notify all applicants of the final decision by mail.
Committee vacancies
There are four current vacancies. To apply, fill out the Appointments to Boards and Committees Application Form.
| Committee | Description | Vacancy | Deadline |
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| Bowmanville Santa Claus Parade Committee | Organize and conduct the annual Bowmanville Santa Claus Parade, ensuring that an inclusive and safe parade event is planned and presented for the community. | One vacancy. Term ending December 31, 2026. | Apply by August 14, 2025. |
| ABRAC Members are responsible to provide strategic advice, feedback, and insight to Council about the needs of the Black community, including businesses in Clarington, with a lens to enhance access and inclusion for the Black community, contribute to the dismantling of anti-Black racism, and support the unique needs of diverse Black communities, in Clarington. | One Vacancy | Apply by August 14, 2025. | |
| DAC Members are responsible to provide strategic advice, feedback, and insight to Council about the unique and diverse needs of the community, including businesses in Clarington, with a lens to enhance access and inclusion and contribute to the dismantling of discrimination and racism in Clarington. | One Vacancy | Apply by August 14, 2025. |
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| The Accessibility Advisory Committee advises and helps the Municipality develop strategies toward a barrier-free Clarington for people with disabilities. The goal is to review Municipal policies, programs and services to make sure they follow provincial accessibility standards. The Committee works to identify, prevent and remove any barriers faced by people with disabilities. | One Vacancy | Apply by August 14, 2025. |
Advisory Boards, Committees and Appointments
- Accessibility Advisory Committee
- Agricultural Advisory Committee of Clarington
- Bowmanville Santa Claus Parade Committee
- Clarington Active Transportation and Safe Roads Advisory Committee
- Clarington Anti-Black Racism Advisory Committee
- Clarington Heritage Committee
- Committee of Adjustment
- Diversity Advisory Committee
- Ganaraska Forest Recreational User Committee
- Livestock Valuers
- Municipality of Clarington Compliance Audit Committee
- Newcastle Arena Board
- Newcastle Village Community Hall Board
- Pound Keepers
- Property Standards Committee
- Public Library Board
- Region of Durham Committees
- Samuel Wilmot Nature Area Management Advisory Committee
- Solina Hall Board
- Tyrone Community Hall Board
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