Nomination period is now open
West Nipissing residents are invited to get involved in their community by applying to serve on a local board or advisory committee. Share your knowledge, experience and perspectives to help support local initiatives and contribute to municipal decision-making. These are volunteer positions; however, stipends and honorariums are provided in accordance with Policy 2019-284.
Apply by November 23, 2026 at 4 p.m.
Inclusion
When appointing individuals, Council will consider representatives from various races, religions, genders, gender identities or expressions, sexual orientations, national origins and disabilities as a means to ensure a diverse and inclusive environment.
Accessibility Advisory Committee
The purpose of the committee is to review and advise Council on the development of policies, renovations, purchases, etc. in an effort to remove barriers in all municipal facilities in accordance with the 2001 Ontarians with Disabilities Act. Candidates possessing knowledge and experience related to disabilities are encouraged to apply.
Members
Céleste Auger-Proulx
Sylvie Bélanger
Louise Gauthier
Yvon Gauthier
Isabel Mosseler
Councillor Fernand Pellerin
Resources
Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, 2005
Ontarians with Disabilities Act, 2001
Accessibility Plan 2026-2030
Municipal Policy – Accessibility Customer Service Policy
Terms of Reference
Accessibility Feedback Form
Contact
Hollie Girouard
Deputy Clerk
705-491-6907
hgirouard@westnipissing.ca
Agricultural Advisory Committee
The mission statement of this committee is to provide priority and direction for municipal concerns relating to agriculture that will contribute to a prosperous and sustainable farming community in West Nipissing. It is essential to recognize the importance of agriculture to the local economic base, as an employment source and as a foundation for the rural way of life. Experience in agriculture or conservation, volunteer work on other farming or rural committees and boards and good communication skills would be considered assets.
Contacts
Melanie Ducharme
Municipal Clerk
705-753-6926
mducharme@westnipissing.ca
Members
Hubert Beaudry
Maria Anne Cerilli
Mark Fryer
Joel Olivier
Councillor Georges Pharand
Resources
Cemetery Board
The West Nipissing Cemetery Board oversees the effective operation of municipally-owned Cemeteries, such as the Cache Bay Cemetery, Field Cemetery, Sunnyridge Cemetery, Verner Cemetery and Westside Cemetery, and provides guidance to the cemetery caretakers.
All operations and proceedings of the West Nipissing Cemetery Board shall be governed by the rules and regulations of By-law 2012/37 as amended by By-law 2013/09, and as amended, revised or superseded from time to time in accordance with the provisions and regulations of the Cemeteries Act, as amended, and the Funeral, Burial and Cremations Services Act, as amended.
Contact
Melanie Ducharme
Municipal Clerk
705-753-6926
mducharme@westnipissing.ca
Members
Louis Benoit
André Courchesne
Jean-Pierre Courchesne
Jean-Pierre Martin
Christine Riberdy
Councillor Rolly Larabie
Committee of Adjustment
The Committee of Adjustment is a quasi-judicial body that has broad powers under the Planning Act and is responsible for such items as the approval on consents (land severances), minor variances to the Zoning By-law and Site Plan Approval.
Contact
Melanie Ducharme
Municipal Clerk
705-753-6926
mducharme@westnipissing.ca
Members
Campbell Anderson
Roger Gagnon
Jonathan Sandiford
Councillor Roch St-Louis
Mayor Kathleen Thorne Rochon
Court of Revision (Drains)
The Court of Revision is a body which hears appeals on assessments pursuant to the Drainage Act. The Municipality of West Nipissing has approximately 125 Municipal Drains located primarily in agricultural areas and rural areas.
Contact
Melanie Ducharme
Municipal Clerk
705-753-6926
mducharme@westnipissing.ca
Members
Hubert Beaudry
Madeleine Beaudry
Jean-Pierre Courchesne
Marian O’Donnell
Daniel Séguin
Resources
Economic Development Committee
The West Nipissing Economic Development Committee is Council appointed, and primarily responsible for promoting economic development and enhancing quality of life in the Municipality of West Nipissing. The Committee acts as an advisory committee to Council on matters of an economic development nature. The committee is responsible for the development of an economic development strategic plan designed to assist with job creation/retention through expansion and new investment projects in our community. To learn more, visit the Economic Development page.
Contact
Members
Jesse Demers
Bruno Lepage
Ashten Marcoux
Jean-Pierre Martin
Rachel Quesnel
Jean-Guy Séguin
Councillor Kris Rivard
Councillor Georges Pharand
Environmental Services Board
The Environmental Services Board is responsible for providing guidance and direction on all issues relating to environmental services, community sustainability, solid waste management, recycling initiatives, and where necessary, development of recommendations related to the fulfilling of environmental responsibilities of the Municipality of West Nipissing.
Contact
Lloyd Burton
Manager, Solid Waste
705-753-2250
lburton@westnipissing.ca
Members
Denis Beaudry
Dave Lewington
Ashten Marcoux
Raymond Marleau
Daniel Olivier
Councillor Kaitlynn Nicol
Councillor Kris Rivard
Planning Advisory Committee
The West Nipissing Planning Advisory Committee provides recommendations to the Municipal Council for planning applications including Zoning Amendments, Subdivision Agreements, Official Plan Amendments and Site Plans. For additional information, see the Planning and Development page.
Contact
Melanie Ducharme
Municipal Clerk
705-753-6926
mducharme@westnipissing.ca
Members
Mark Fryer
Councillor Daniel Gagné
Roger Gagnon
Daniel Séguin
Councillor Roch St-Louis
Councillor Rolly Larabie
Mayor Kathleen Thorne Rochon
Public Library Board
The West Nipissing Public Library Board is governed by the Public Libraries Act and is accountable to the Municipal Council. The Board prepares annual budget estimates and submits them to Council, ensures the budget is administered properly and reports regularly to Council about the library’s activities and operations. A Board member shall hold office concurrent with the term of Council.
Contacts
Émélie Bisaillon
CEO, West Nipissing Public Library
705-753-6931
ebisaillon@wnpl.ca
wnpl.ca
Members
Amanda Baird
Steven Friedrich
Catherine Hatton
Susie Michaud
Councillor Kaitlynn Nicol
Christine Riberdy
Deborah Rivard
Resources
About the WNPL Board
Guidelines for the Position of Public Library Board Member
Recreation and Culture Advisory Committee
The Recreation and Culture Advisory Committee assists Council in an advisory capacity on matters related to art, culture, heritage, recreation, leisure, and programming in West Nipissing.
Chair
Councillor Kris Rivard
Contact
Hailey Laurin
Community Development Officer
705-493-2638
hlaurin@westnipissing.ca
Youth Advisory Committee
The Youth Advisory Committee (YAC) provides a voice for the youth of West Nipissing, while assisting Council in an advisory capacity on social and recreational matters that will enhance the quality of life, safety, health and well-being of West Nipissing’s younger population.
- Term: September to June
- Open to candidates aged 14 to 24 (aged 14 before January 1 of the application year)
Terms of Reference
Youth Application Form
Contact
Hailey Laurin
Community Development Officer
705-493-2638
hlaurin@westnipissing.ca
West Nipissing OPP Detachment Board
The West Nipissing OPP Detachment Board’s mandate is legislated by the Police Services Act and can be summarized as general management and setting of policing policies. The Chief of Police is responsible for daily policing and other operational matters. Generally, the Board’s role in shaping the structure of policing is very broad, limited by legislation only in the realm of daily operations. For more information on policing in West Nipissing, visit Emergency Services.
Members
Mélanie Hébert
Secretary
secretary@wnpb.ca
Daniel Gagné
Chair
dgagne@wnpb.ca
Rachelle Laflèche
Vice-Chair
rlafleche@wnpb.ca
Roch St-Louis
rstlouis@wnpb.ca
Jean-Guy Séguin
Campbell Anderson
Application to Serve on a Board or Committee
You may select several boards or committees if you are available to serve on multiple groups. Municipal Council and staff will review all applications. Members will be appointed in December of 2026.
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Terms & Conditions
- Applicants must live in the Municipality of West Nipissing.
- Applicants must not be employees of the Municipality of West Nipissing.
- These are volunteer positions; however, stipends and honorariums will be paid in accordance with Policy 2019-284.
- Time requirements vary among the Committees and Boards. Some meet every month, others a few times per year, or on an as-needed basis.
- Applicants should be able to serve for the full term of the appointment
(2- 4 years depending on the board or committee). - If appointed, members agree to abide by the Committee or Board’s rules and attend meetings to the best of their ability.
- By submitting this application, you consent to the disclosure of the application information to Municipality of West Nipissing Council and staff, as required for the purpose of making Committee and Board appointments.