Become a Member

The City of Nelson welcomes City residents and electors who are interested in serving on a Committee of Council, Commission or Board. If you are interested in the community and want to play a part in the direction the City of Nelson takes for the future, we are looking for your volunteer assistance.

Current Vacancies:

The City of Nelson welcomes applications from interested citizens and organizations that wish to serve on the following Commissions, Boards and Committees. Please note that the length of term may vary according to the current Bylaw or Terms of Reference.

Advisory Planning Commission (APC) - 4 Vacancies

The Advisory Planning Commission is legislated under the Local Government Act of BC and advises Council on land use planning issues and reviews all Zoning Bylaw amendments before they are forwarded to a Public Hearing. Meetings are held on the second Wednesday of each month at noon in Council Chambers, Nelson City Hall.
ADP Terms of Reference
Minutes of previous APC Meetings

Community Heritage Commission (CHC) - 6 Vacancies

The Community Heritage Commission is legislated under the Community Charter and Local Government Act of BC and advises Council on matters concerning the identification, management and preservation and/or restoration of buildings and sites with historical significance in Nelson. Meetings are held on the 3rd Tuesday of every month at 9:00 a.m. in Council Chambers at Nelson City Hall.
CHC Bylaw No. 2648
Minutes of previous CHC Meetings

Cultural Development Commission (CDC) - No Vacancies

This Commission is intended to complement existing cultural organizations and groups and is directed by City Council to lead, collaborate and make recommendations on the implementation of the City's Comprehensive Cultural Sector Policy. There are no vacant positions on the CDC.
CDC Terms of Reference
Minutes of previous CDC Meetings

Board of Variance - 3 Vacancies

The Board of Variance is a statutory requirement of the Local Government Act and is an independent body that hears appeals for relaxation of zoning regulations, extension of non-conforming uses, relaxation of servicing requiements, reconstruction of non-conforming uses and relaxation of tree protection requirements. The Board primarily deals with requests for minor variances to the City of Nelson's Zoning Bylaw regarding siting, size and dimensions of buildings where compliance would cause an undue hardship. Members are contacted only when items require review by the Board.
 

Nelson Municipal Library Board

Please note that applications for the Nelson Municipal Library Board are available from the Nelson Library Website. Applicants may contact June Stockdale, Chief Librarian at 250-352-8256 for further information.

Nelson & District Youth Advisory Committee (NDYAC) - 4 Vacancies

This Advisory Committee is an adaptive and responsive team that supports Nelson and District Youth Centre staff and youth through transitional times. The NDYC supports youth leadership through its services and programming which includes a drop in youth centre, indoor skatepark and a Youth Employment Resource Centre. As a member of this Committee, you will advise and support NDYC staff on the overall service delivery of the Youth Centre. This may include funding opportunities, special event requests, strategic planning, advocacy, youth issues and networking with the community.

How to Apply

Please submit a cover letter with your qualifications and a completed Community Service Application Form [PDF - 39 KB] stating the Committee you wish to be considered for and submit this by mail, fax or email to:

Nelson City Council - Office of the Mayor

Suite 101 - 310 Ward Street

Nelson BC V1L 5S4

Fax: 250-352-2131

Email: Joanne Caldecott

The deadline for applications to be submitted is 4:00 p.m. on Friday December 16, 2011.

As part of the selection process, all submissions are reviewed by Council. A report is prepared for Mayor and Council commending appointment of the successful candidates. All candidates will be notified in writing in January 2012 as to the outcome of the selection process. Resumes are collected in order to process applications for vacant Committee and Commission positions in accordance with the Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act and under the authority of the relevant legislation for the purpose of determining eligibility for placement.

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