Committees

Applications are being accepted for one vacancy on the Heritage Advisory Committee.

Length of Term: Four Years
Posting Date: August 13, 2026
Closing Date: September 24, 2026

The Heritage Advisory Committee is a committee of Council with statutory duties set out by the Ontario Heritage Act. The Committee meets on the second Tuesday of every other month at 7 p.m. Meetings are electronic on Zoom. One meeting is conducted in person in the spring.

Learning Opportunities

Apply if you are a first-time volunteer or have years of experience. Learn more about local government. Engage with local government to provide advice from a citizen’s perspective. The mandate is to advise and assist Council about matters relating to designated properties. Most heritage permits were delegated by Council to staff. In Bayfield, there is a group of designated commercial properties. Together, they form a Heritage Conservation District. There is a designated residential property at 1 Anne Street in Bayfield. There is a designated community facility at 108 King Street in Hensall. Members can encourage heritage conservation with property owners across the Municipality of Bluewater. The municipality provides members with an opportunity to attend the Ontario Heritage Conference. The conference brings industry professionals, municipal staff and volunteers together to share knowledge.

How to Apply

If you are interested in this volunteer opportunity, please complete and submit a confidential application online by 11:59 pm on 24 September 2026. Information related to applicants’ experience and suitability as a candidate will be presented to the respective committee and Council as part of selecting committee members. However, personal/sensitive information will be kept confidential.

What to Expect After You Apply

Once your application is received, you will be invited to speak with a three-member nominations committee. The subcommittee will recommend one candidate for appointment to the Heritage Advisory Committee.

Anticipated Appointment Date

The Heritage Advisory Committee will consider appointment of eligible candidates at a regularly scheduled meeting and submit a recommendation for appointment to Council. The successful candidate will be contacted prior to passing of the appointment by-law. The length of term for members of the Heritage Advisory Committee is four years from the date of passing of the appointment by-law.