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Committees of Council
Committee Appointments for 2026
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Committees of Council - Citizen Opportunities
The Town of New Glasgow is inviting citizens to apply to serve on the following committees that assist Council with achieving its goals and objectives for the community:
AUDIT COMMITTEE
The main function of this committee is to assist the Council in fulfilling its oversight responsibilities, outlined in the Municipal Government Act (MGA), related to the quality and integrity of financial reporting along with ensuring the appropriate systems and controls for the proper recording of transaction and protection of assets are in place.
The main function of this committee is to assist the Council in fulfilling its oversight responsibilities, outlined in the Municipal Government Act (MGA), related to the quality and integrity of financial reporting along with ensuring the appropriate systems and controls for the proper recording of transaction and protection of assets are in place.
| Two-year Term Available | 1 Citizen Representative at Large from New Glasgow |
(The citizen must possess knowledge and understanding of financial and investment matters with a preferred CPA designation.)
BUSINESS ADVISORY COMMITTEE
The main focus of this Committee is to provide input on matters related to business promotion and business development within New Glasgow.
The main focus of this Committee is to provide input on matters related to business promotion and business development within New Glasgow.
| Three-year Term Available | 1 Business Representative from the Westside Plaza |
| 1 Business Representative from the Stellarton/Westville Road | |
| Business Corridor |
COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT ADVISORY COMMITTEE
The main focus areas of this Committee include: Recreation & Active Living Services, Heritage, Community Events, Beautification Projects, Glasgow Square, Tourism, and Arts & Culture.
The main focus areas of this Committee include: Recreation & Active Living Services, Heritage, Community Events, Beautification Projects, Glasgow Square, Tourism, and Arts & Culture.
| Three-year Term Available | 1 Citizen Representative from Ward 3 (Westside) |
NEW GLASGOW REGIONAL POLICE COMMISSION
The main function of this Commission is to provide civilian governance on behalf of the Council in relation to the enforcement of law, the maintenance of law and order and the prevention of crime within the Towns of New Glasgow.
The main function of this Commission is to provide civilian governance on behalf of the Council in relation to the enforcement of law, the maintenance of law and order and the prevention of crime within the Towns of New Glasgow.
| Three-year Term Available | 1 Citizen Representative from Ward 2 (Northend). |
If you are interested in volunteering for one of the committee positions but would like additional information, please contact the undersigned. As part of your application for a committee, please submit the name of the committee of interest and a brief account of your background / qualifications as it relates to the respective committee and why you are interested in participating in the work of this Committee. A criminal record and volunteer sector check are required.
Town of New Glasgow Committee Applications
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Committees of Council - Citizen Opportunites for 2026 Advertisement .pdf
