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Apply to join an advisory committee or board.
The Municipality of the County of Richmond is currently seeking individuals for the following committees and boards. Members receive an honorarium for their participation.
Inclusivity, Diversity, Equity, and Accessibility (IDEA) Committee – 5 Year Term
Two (2) vacancies
The IDEA Committee provides advice to Richmond County Council and the Village of St. Peter’s Commission. The type of advice provided will identify, prevent, and eliminate barriers to people with disabilities. This advice will apply to the County’s and Village’s programs, services, activities, and facilities. Advice may also apply to advocacy efforts in general. This committee meets monthly.
Planning Advisory/Heritage Committee – 5 Year Term
Two (2) vacancies
The purpose of the Planning Advisory / Heritage Committee is to assist the Municipality in an effort to develop community-based municipal planning; and foster vibrant and healthy communities while balancing economic development and sustainability. This committee meets monthly.
RCMP Advisory Board – 5 Year Term
One (1) vacancy
This board assists Richmond County Council in working with the RCMP by engaging in regular discussions about how policing services are being delivered to our residents. The RCMP Advisory Board meets four (4) times a year.
Recreation Advisory Committee – 5 Year Term
Two (2) Vacancies
The Recreation Committee reviews and facilitates recommendations of recreation programs, events, and initiatives identified by the Richmond County Council, the Recreation Department, and the Committee itself. The ultimate goal is to enhance the quality of life of Richmond County residents through a wide range of innovative, inclusive, and accessible recreation and active living programs and events. This committee meets a minimum of four (4) times per year.
Destination Cape Breton Board – 3 Year Term
One (1) Vacancy
Destination Cape Breton is the official destination marketing and management organization for Unama’ki-Cape Breton Island. Their mandate is to responsibly grow Unama’ki-Cape Breton Island’s tourism industry through effective destination marketing and strategic destination development. The board meets six (6) times per year.
Interested individuals are requested to submit applications in writing, indicating their experiences that would best suit the needs of the committee or board by email to .
The application deadline is 4 pm on November 20th, 2024.