Public Participation: Town of Whitecourt

How To Get Involved

You are invited to volunteer your time and experience by participating on a Council Committee. Help shape Whitecourt's future - serve the Town of Whitecourt and your fellow citizens. Share your knowledge and meet new colleagues.

Every fall, the Town of Whitecourt recruits citizens to fill volunteer positions on various boards and committees that provide Town Council with perspective and recommendations regarding important civic issues. Whitecourt is a diverse, growing town, and citizens are in the best position to provide input on our changing community needs.

Serve on the Protective Services Committee

The Town has various boards and committees that provide Town Council with perspective and recommendations regarding important civic issues. Whitecourt is a diverse, growing town, and citizens are in the best position to provide input on our changing community needs.

The Protective Services Committee currently has an opening available for a term to expire in October 2026. As a member of the Committee, you will meet on a quarterly basis to ensure that the police needs of the community are met. Residents from both the Whitecourt and Woodlands County are welcome to apply.

When you submit your application, please provide a current Criminal Record Check. This document will be used as part of the consideration process for the candidate.

If you are interested in serving on this Board, please complete the linked PDF form, or the online template below. Applications must be received before 12:00 noon, Wednesday, July 10, 2024 to:

Whitecourt Town Administration Office
Attention: Executive Assistant
5004 - 52 Avenue, Box 509
WHITECOURT, AB T7S 1N6
email: administration@whitecourt.ca

Contact the Executive Assistant at 780-778-2273 if you have questions about this Board and the application process.

Applications will be presented to Town Council at the July 15, 2024 Regular Meeting.

Council Committees that include public appointments for the Town of Whitecourt include:

Communities In Bloom Committee
Community Services Advisory Board
Economic Development Committee
Health Professionals Attraction & Retention Committee
Municipal Planning Commission
Protective Services Committee
Subdivision and Development Appeal Board
Town of Whitecourt Library Board
Youth Advisory Committee
Culture & Events Centre Sponsorship/Partnership Committee (Ad Hoc)
Municipal Development Plan and Land Use Bylaw Review Advisory Committee (Ad Hoc)

Public appointments to all of the above noted committees are advertised as terms expire. Look for notices advertising Council Committee opportunities on this website or in local papers.

Council Committee Application Form

The Town of Whitecourt encourages residents to get involved in the community by participating on one of our Council Committees. If you have questions about vacancies and application requirements please contact the Executive Assistant at 780-778-2273.

Council Committee Application Form

Date of Application *

First Name *

Last Name *

Address *

Town/Province *

Postal Code *

Home Phone

Cell Phone *

Email Address *

Length of Residence in Whitecourt

Academic/Professional Qualifications

You are encouraged to enclose a copy of your resume or a synopsis outlining any additional information you deem important.

What Council Committee are you interested in serving on? *

What skills do you feel you could contribute to this Committee? *

What goals do you hope to achieve by being a member on this Committee? *

What type of volunteer activities have you been involved with over the past 5 years?

Are you currently serving on a Whitecourt Council Committee? *

Yes

If yes, which Committee are you serving on and when does your current term expire?

Have you served on a Whitecourt Council Committee or other municipal board/committee in the past? *

Yes

If yes, what Committee did you serve on and what was the last year served? Please indicate the name of the municipality in which you served where necessary.

FOIP Acknowledgement Statement *

Personal information on this form is being collected for the purpose of determining eligibility of an applicant to serve as a member on a Town of Whitecourt Council Committee. This information is collected under the authority of Section 33 of the Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act. The name of successful applicants will be provided to the public. Questions regarding the collection of this information can be directed to the Town of Whitecourt Legislative Manager at 780-778-2273, 5004 52 Avenue, Whitecourt, AB, T7S 1N6.

Please check "Yes, I Understand" to proceed with the submission of your application.

Yes, I Understand

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