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Call for Applications for Public Appointments to Committees

Make a difference in the CBRM! The CBRM is seeking applications from volunteer citizens to fill vacancies on the following committees:

  • Audit Committee - two citizens
  • Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion - up to ten citizens
  • Accessibility Advisory - up to eight citizens
  • Heritage Advisory - up to seven citizens
  • Police Commission - three citizens
  • Library Board - two citizens

Appointments are for a two year term (unless otherwise stated).  When submitting your application to This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.  include background information, resume, and any special qualifications or interest related to the appointment. 

Deadline for applications is February 3rd, 2025.  


Information on each committee is outlined below (click on the box):

Audit Committee

Number of Citizens: 2

Requirements and criteria for citizen appointees to the audit committee:

  • Satisfactory police check (paid for by the Municipality)
  • Be independent as defined in the Audit Committee Policy
  • Be a resident of the CBRM
  • Be financially literate (the ability to read and understand basic financial statements)
  • Have an aptitude for complex organizational effectiveness and governance
  • Have a general understading of the Municipality's major economic, operating, and financial risks
  • Have a broad awareness of the interrelationship of the Municipality's operations and its financial
  • Have an understanding of the difference between the oversight function of the Committee and the decision-making function of management
  • Be willing to challenge management when necessary
  • Preferably a member of a professional accounting association

Related information:
CBRM Audit Commitee Policy
Previous agendas and minutes can be found on the CBRM Meetings & Minutes page

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Accessibility Advisory

Number of Citizens: up to 8

Related information
CBRM Accessibility Advisory Terms of Reference
Accessibility Act of Nova Scotia
Previous agendas and minutes can be found on the CBRM Meetings & Minutes page

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Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion  3 Year Term

Number of Citzens: up to 10

The CBRM Diversity, Equity and Inclusion committee will provide to Council recommendations, advice, and information on matters pertainng to diversity, equity and inclusion including matters relating to anti-racism, the 2SLGBTQIA+ community and other intersections of diversity within the CBRM.

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Heritage Advisory 

Number of Citizens: minimum 3 and maximum 7

Citizen should be members of local historical societies or individuals who have in the opion of the Council otherwise demonstrated active concern for the preservation of buildings. Committee members appointed perform duties and exercise powers as outlined in the CBRM Heritage Property Bylaw and the Heritage Property Act.

Related information
Heritage Property Bylaw
Heritage Property Act

Previous agendas and minutes can be found on the CBRM Meetings & Minutes page

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Police Commission

Number of Citizens: 3

Citizens should demonstrate a knowledge of community issues, a good character, and have the skills and abilities to make the commitment of time and effort required to carry out board responsibilities (Section 77(1) Nova Scotia Police Act Regulations). Successful applicants must also consent to a criminal record background check as per Section 77(2) of the NS Police Act Regulations.

Related Information
Cape Breton Regional Police website
Nova Scotia Police Act
Nova Scotia Police Act Regulations

Previous agendas and minutes can be found on the CBRM Meetings & Minutes page

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Cape Breton Regional Library Board

Number of Citizens: 2

The Cape Breton Regional Library Board is comprised of members from CBRM, Victoria County, and the Province of Nova Scotia. 

Related Information
Information including reports and minutes can be found here or by visting directly https://cbrl.ca/about/cbrl-board/ 

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Submit your application today!

  • Email This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. 
  • Come in person/drop off at City Hall, 320 Esplanade, Sydney
  • Mail the Clerk's Office at 320 Esplanade, Suite 405, Sydney, NS B1P 7B9.

Please note: Applications will be considered during Committee of the Whole (on nominating) that are open to the public.