Advisory Committees | Town of Whitby

The Town of Whitby has a variety of advisory boards and committees, whose members are appointed by Council and serve our community in an advisory capacity. Council appoints qualified candidates for citizen vacancies. Members are appointed for a term that follows the four-year term of Council.

Volunteer for a board or committee position

Board and Advisory Committee Recruitment Now Open!

Help shape your community by serving on a Town of Whitby board or advisory committee. The Town is seeking residents with diverse perspectives, lived experiences, interests and expertise. Previous board or committee experience is not required.

Recruitment is open until November 22, 2026 for the following boards and committees:

Accessibility Advisory Committee
Heritage Whitby Advisory Committee
Ashburn Community Centre Board of Directors
Community Connection Executive Committee
Groveside Cemetery Board
Spencer Community Centre Board of Directors
Whitby Public Library Board
Committee of Adjustment
Municipal Licensing and Standards Committee
Grants Review Committee
Road Watch Committee

Select a board or committee from the list below to learn more and apply online. Some boards may use a two-stage selection process that includes additional qualification questions and/or an interview.

Successful applicants will be considered for appointment by Council in January 2027 for the 2026–2030 term. Appointment terms may vary by board or committee.

Apply below by clicking the View button next to the Board or Committee that you're interested in.

Recruitment for the Whitby Tourism Development Corporation

The Whitby Tourism Development Corporation is seeking seasoned professionals and tourism-related business leaders to serve as a Director on the Board of Directors of Whitby Tourism Development Corporation. The Board of Directors is appointed by Whitby Council for a term of 3 years. Learn more about the Whitby Tourism Development Corporation and apply for the Board of Directors.

Apply by November 22, 2026.

Recruitment for the Downtown Whitby Business Improvement Area Board of Management

The Downtown Whitby Business Improvement Area (BIA) is seeking nominations from commercial and industrial property owners and tenants within the BIA boundary to serve on its Board of Management. The Board oversees initiatives to improve, beautify, and maintain Downtown Whitby, while promoting the area as a vibrant business and shopping destination. Nominations are subject to appointment by Whitby Council. Learn more about the Downtown Whitby BIA and apply for the Board of Management.

Apply by November 22, 2026.

Questions?

If you have questions about advisory committee and board recruitment or require technical support completing your application, please contact the Town of Whitby at 905.430.4300 or clerk@whitby.ca.

Eligibility

Whitby residents, tenants or property owners, 18-years-old or older, can apply for a citizen board vacancy.

Compensation

Town of Whitby advisory board and committee members serve in a volunteer capacity with the exception of members of the Municipal Licensing and Standards Committee who receive remuneration of $100 per meeting and members of the Committee of Adjustment who receive remuneration of $65 per meeting or $75 per meeting if serving as the committee chair. Please note that remuneration received by committee members is publicly reported annually and each member will receive a T4A for income tax purposes.

Committee schedules

You can view the dates and locations of all Town board and committee meetings online. Boards and committees generally meet once per month, with the exception of July and August.

Viewing meetings, agendas, minutes and reports

You can find our committee meeting agendas, minutes and reports by clicking the button below.

Committee Meeting Agendas, Minutes and Reports

Appearing before a committee

If you would like to participate in a committee meeting, you can request a delegation. Learn how you can appear before a Standing Committee of Council regarding a matter on the agenda.

News and Announcements

Road Watch Committee

How Road Watch Program Works

If you witnessed a driver behaving aggressively or driving unsafe, use the Road Watch Report Form or the online complaint form found on the Durham Regional Police Road Watch program web page.

Please record and detail as much information as possible from the incident. Any personal information you provide will be confidential and used for statistical use only. For more information about the Road Watch program, you can contact us or check the Durham Regional Police Road Watch program.

What happens if your vehicle is reported?

The police will send you a letter to identify the unsafe or aggressive driving that was witnessed. If the vehicle is reported more than once, the police will contact you, either by phone or in person. Subsequent incidents may result in enforcement action by the police.

Whitby 55+ Recreation Advisory Committee

Become a member

If you are interested in helping out at events or want to get involved in WSAC activities, think about joining the 55+ Recreation Advisory Committee! Members are elected to their board positions through voting. Nomination forms will be made available at the Whitby Seniors Activity Centre prior to each election.

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Code of Conduct

Contact us for an accessible version of our Boards and Advisory Committees Code of Conduct. It identifies the expectations and guidelines for appropriate conduct for members. Appointed members will receive a copy to sign that they have read, understood and accepted the code.

Terms of References

Please email clerk@whitby.ca if you have any questions about the Terms of References.

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