Help Shape Our Community - Board Recruitment is Underway!

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Are you interested in applying to volunteer on one of the following Boards? Recruitment to the various Boards listed below is open until December 4, 2026.   Submit your application today!

Collingwood OPP Detachment Board (2 vacancies – 4 Year Term)

Is responsible for establishing objectives, priorities, and local policies for police services in consultation with the Detachment Commander. The Board also provides governance and oversight by monitoring the Detachment Commander's performance, receiving reports on secondary activities, and reviewing the administration of the public complaints process established under the Police Services Act.

To learn more, visit the Collingwood Police Services Board webpage. 

Collingwood Public Library Board (6 vacancies – 4 year Term)

Under the Ontario Public Libraries Act, public libraries in Ontario must be operated under the management and control of a public library board. The board has the authority to formulate policies concerning the operations and services of the public library.

To learn more, visit the Collingwood Public Library Board webpage. 

Committee of Adjustment / Property Standards Committee (5 vacancies – 4 year Term) 

The Committee of Adjustment/Property Standards Committee is a quasi judicial body and hears applications for minor variances, consent to sever a property, the enlargement or extension of a building or structure that is legal non-conforming, for a change in non-conforming use, and further to hear appeals to property standards orders. 

To learn more, visit the Committee of Adjustment/Property Standards webpage. 

Downtown Collingwood Board of Management (BIA) (8 Vacancies – 4 year Term) 

BIA Board’s require an election!  If you would like to file a nomination for a BIA Board Member, please visit the BIA website for more information!  

Details:

  • Applicants must reside in Collingwood.
  • The deadline for applications is December 4, 2026
  •  Board member terms to begin in January 2027 

How to Apply:

To learn more or apply, visit the Committees and Boards webpage or contact us at clerk@collingwood.ca or 705-445-1030.

Take this opportunity to make a lasting impact in your community!