Public Notice
Notice to members of the public wishing to serve on the on a Regional Committee
The Regional Municipality of Peel is seeking applications from individuals interested in serving as a volunteer on the Diversity, Equity and Anti-Racism Committee. Three members of the public, preferably one from each local municipality (Cities of Brampton and Mississauga and the Town of Caledon) will be selected. The term of appointment is until November 14, 2022.
The mandate of the Diversity, Equity and Anti-Racism (DEAR) Committee is to advise Regional Council about systemic barriers and diversity issues in the community, external and internal, that may impact Regional policies, programs and services. Areas of focus will be:
- Anti-racism,
- Anti-Black racism,
- Equity,
- Inclusion and
- Approaches to training and accountability.
Preferred qualifications include:
- Live in Peel or are the owner or tenant of land in the Peel Region.
- Represent and/or have expertise and/or lived experience of diverse and disadvantaged populations (i.e.: newcomers to Canada, racialized populations, LGBTQ and nonbinary gender).
- Knowledgeable about issues relevant to the needs of our clients and the community. Demonstrate a passion for matters related to inclusion and diversity.
Applicants from the community cannot be:
- An elected official of Regional Council or of the Council of a municipality in the Region of Peel.
- An employee of the Region of Peel or of a municipality in the Region of Peel.
How to apply
Individuals interested in serving in this capacity will be required to complete an application form outlining their qualifications and experience. Download the Peel Diversity, Equity and Anti-Racism Committee Non-elected Member Application form (PDF), or pick it up in-person.
Applicants may contact the Office of the Regional Clerk by email at regional.clerk@peelregion.ca or by phone at 905-791-7800, ext. 4330, to obtain the required application form.
Applicants should also include a cover letter explaining why they are interested in serving on the Region of Peel's Diversity, Equity and Anti-Racism Committee and the value they would bring to the Committee.
Applicants can submit their application form, cover letter, and resume, if desired, by email, mail, fax or in person to:
Kathryn Lockyer, Regional Clerk
Region of Peel
10 Peel Centre Drive, Suite A, 5th Fl.
Brampton, ON L6T 4B9
Fax: 905-791-1693
regional.clerk@peelregion.ca
Application deadline is July 5, 2019, by 4:30 p.m.
We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.