Committee Member Appointment - Accessibility Advisory Committee

The County of Peterborough is now accepting applications for the Accessibility Advisory Committee. We are looking to appoint one (1) Peterborough County resident to the committee. 

The deadline to apply is Friday, November 20, 2026.

About the committee:
The Joint Accessibility Advisory Committee (County of Peterborough and the Township of Selwyn) provides information and recommendations to Township and County Councils with regard to accessibility issues. The Committee strives to reduce barriers to accessibility for persons with disabilities.

The Committee consists of three representatives who have a disability; two appointed by the Selwyn Township Council and one appointed by the Peterborough County Council. The Committee also includes one political representative from each of the respective Councils. Staff from both the Township and County support the Committee. 

The Committee typically meets virtually on the fourth Thursday of the month at 2:00 p.m. for approximately 1 – 2 hours. There are no meetings in July, August or December unless called by the Chair.

Please note this is an unpaid volunteer appointment.

Submission Details: 
If you are interested in joining the Accessibility Advisory Committee, please fill in your contact information and answer our pre-screening questions. 

In accordance with County Policy, a Criminal Record Check that is acceptable to the County will be required as a condition of the appointment.