The Council of The Corporation of the City of North Bay invites applications from members of the general public (aged eighteen and above, and resident within the City of North Bay) who wish to be considered for appointment to the following boards, committees and commissions:
We encourage qualified and interested individuals to volunteer their services and to provide input on various issues that affect the City of North Bay. The term of office in most cases is four years, running concurrently with the term of Council.
Note: Appointments are on a volunteer basis only and no compensation will be paid.
Mandate: Land severance and Zoning By-law minor variance approvals.
Meeting Schedule: Bi-weekly, Tuesdays at 9:30 a.m.
Contact: Sasha Fredette, Committee Secretary
705-474-0626, Ext. 2401
sasha.fredette@northbay.ca
Mandate: To advise Council respecting the preparation, implementation and effectiveness of the Municipal Accessibility Plan created under the provisions of the Ontarians with Disabilities Act, 2001 (ODA), and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA), 2005.
Meeting Schedule: Monthly, second Thursday of each month at noon
Contact: Adam Curran, Committee Secretary
705-474-0626, Ext. 2402
adam.curran@northbay.ca
Mandate: To advise and assist Council on all matters relating to Parts IV and V of the Ontario Heritage Act (OHA), 2009 including the recognition and preservation of buildings and sites of architectural and historical significance in the City of North Bay.
Meeting Schedule: Monthly, third Thursday of each month at noon
Contact: Adam Curran, Committee Secretary
705-474-0626, Ext. 2402
adam.curran@northbay.ca
Mandate: To oversee, provide or ensure the provision of public health programs and services as directed by the Ontario Public Health Standards (2008) and Health Protection and Promotion Act (1990).
Meeting Schedule: Six meetings annually, fourth Wednesday, 5 p.m., excluding July and August
Contact: Ashley Lecappelain
705-474-1400 ext. 5272
ashley.lecappelain@healthunit.ca
Mandate: To provide protection to persons and property.
Meeting Schedule: Monthly, third Tuesday, 8 a.m.
Contact: Susan Foster-Fulton
nbpsb@northbaypolice.on.ca
Information regarding appointments to the North Bay Police Services Board can be found at:
Diversity Policy For City Council Appointments To The North Bay Police Service Board
Mandate: To provide public library services.
Meeting Schedule: Monthly, second Wednesday, 7 p.m., excluding July and August
Contact: Ravil Veli, Chief Executive Officer
705-474-4830
ravil.veli@northbay.ca
Mandate: To hear and decide appeals from Property Standards Orders issued by the City.
Meeting Schedule: As required
Contact: Carly Price, Committee Secretary
705-474-0626 Ext. 2410
carly.price@northbay.ca
Mandate: To promote expert community input on City of North Bay public art policies, projects and procedures.
Meeting Schedule: Monthly, excluding July and August
Contact: Bryan Kimber, Committee Secretary
705-474-0626 ext. 2321
bryan.kimber@northbay.ca
Mandate: To act as a advisory/liaison body between the rural community and Council. Communicate the unique needs and interests of rural residents and ensure their interests and concerns are considered in municipal decision-making on rural issues. Applicants must reside in the rural area of the City of North Bay as defined by Schedule 2 of the City's Official Plan.
Meeting Schedule: Bi-Annually - Spring and Fall
Contact: Beverley Hillier and Scott Franks
beverley.hiller@northbay.ca or scott.franks@northbay.ca
Mandate: To monitor, review and make recommendations concerning the operations of the Merrick Landfill Site and the reduction, reuse and recycling of waste.
Meeting Schedule: Quarterly, Wednesdays at 5 p.m.
Contact: Victoria Thomas
victoria.thomas@northbay.ca
Persons interested in and eligible to serve on any of the above boards, committees or commissions, including those who currently serve and are seeking re-appointment, are asked to complete an application form. To apply for the North Bay Police Service Board, please see the information above.
You can also obtain a paper application in person at the City Clerk's Department on the fifth floor of City Hall (200 McIntyre St. E.).
Completed application forms must be received by noon on Monday, Nov. 2, 2026 to be considered.