Our Township prioritizes fair and inclusive engagement, ensuring that all members of the public have equal opportunities to participate in the decision-making processes of our boards and committees, which play pivotal roles in shaping and guiding the Township.
Join a Committee
At the beginning of each Council term (following a municipal election) and as vacancies occur, Council will call for applications to volunteer on a Township Board or Committee.
Now accepting applications from members of the public for a public member appointment to the joint Police Service Board.
Submit an application to volunteer for a Board or Committee through the link below:
Please note that anyone interested in serving on a Board or Committee must be a resident of the Township and not employed by the Board or Committee or the Township.
Our Boards and Committees
The Township of East Garafraxa has the following advisory boards and committees:
Credit Valley Conservation (CVC) |
| Credit Valley Conservation Authority (CVCA) is a non-share corporation, established under Section 3 of the Conservation Authorities Act, with the objects to provide, in the area over which it has jurisdiction, programs and services designed to further the conservation, restoration, development and management of natural resources other than gas, coal and minerals. Under the Act, municipalities within a common watershed are enabled to petition the province to establish a conservation authority. The purpose of the Act is to provide for the organization and delivery of programs and services that further the conservation, restoration, development and management of natural resources in watersheds in Ontario. The authority is comprised of its Members, appointed as representatives by the participating municipalities. An additional member may be appointed to the authority by the Minister as a representative of the agricultural sector. For more information, please visit the Credit Valley Conservation Authority Board Meetings website page.
Committee Members for the term of 2022 to 2026 are: Deputy Mayor John Stirk
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Committee of Adjustment |
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A Committee of Adjustment is a quasi-judicial body that are appointed by Council to make decisions on certain development and planning applications made under the Planning Act. Section 45 of the Planning Act permits the Committee of Adjustment to make decisions on Minor Variances from the Zoning By-law, and to grant permission for altering or changing a lawful non-conforming use of land, buildings or structures. Composition Meeting Procedures Visit the Township Calendar page for Committee hearing dates and minutes.
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Grand River Conservation Authority (GRCA) |
A 26-member Board of Directors, also known as the General Membership, oversees the operation of the Grand River Conservation Authority (GRCA). The board approves policies, programs and budgets.
For more information, please visit the Grand River Conservation Authority Board of Directors website page.
Committee Members for the term of 2022 to 2026 are: Mayor Guy Gardhouse |
Grand Valley & District Community Centre Board |
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Please visit the Town of Grand Valley website for Grand & District Valley Community Centre Board meeting agendas and minutes.
Committee Members for the term of 2022 to 2026 are: Councillor Jeremy Zukowski |
Grand Valley & District Fire Board |
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Please visit the Town of Grand Valley website for Grand Valley and District Fire Board meeting agendas and minutes.
Committee Members for the term of 2022 to 2026 are: Mayor Guy Gardhouse |
Grand Valley & District Medical Dental Board |
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The Township no longer participates on the Grand Valley & District Medical Dental Board. Please visit the Town of Grand Valley website for Grand Valley & District Medical Dental Board meeting agendas and minutes.
Committee Members for the term of 2022 to 2026 are: Chair - Councillor Lenora Banfield |
Grand Valley & District Public Library Board |
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Please visit the Town of Grand Valley website for Grand & District Valley Public Library Board meeting agendas and minutes.
Committee Members for the term of 2022 to 2026 are: Councillor Lenora Banfield |
Groves Memorial Hospital Committee |
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Committee Members for the term of 2022 to 2026 are: Mayor Guy Gardhouse |
Joint Compliance Audit Committee |
| The Joint Compliance Audit Committee is responsible for reviewing compliance audit applications submitted by an elector who believes on reasonable grounds that a candidate or third-party advertiser has contravened the provisions of the Municipal Elections Act relating to campaign or advertising finances. The Committee will be responsible for reviewing applications for all eight Dufferin municipalities.
For information on how to apply for a compliance audit please visit the County of Dufferin website. |
Orangeville Fire Advisory Committee |
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Please visit the Town of Orangeville website for Orangeville Fire Advisory Committee meeting agendas and minutes.
Committee Members for the term of 2022 to 2026 are: Councillor David Halls
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Police Service Board |
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The joint Board operates under the Community Safety and Policing Act, 2019, S.O. 2019, c. 1, Sched. 1
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