Volunteer Application

CALLING ALL STRATFORD COMMUNITY MEMBERS...

Are you interested in contributing to our community and being part of making Stratford the best community possible?

Volunteers are the heart of our community. Stratford Town Council has established a number of committees and sub-committees to provide advice and to carry out functions and events. Apply now to be a member of a Town of Stratford committee and make a difference in our Town. All Stratford residents are eligible and encouraged to apply. No previous experience is required.

The next two year committee term is starting and applications are now open!

In 2016 Stratford Town Council established a Committee Appointment Policy to better ensure that our Town committees are representative of the broader community, and that all perspectives are considered as much as possible. The policy can be found on the Town’s website. Whether you are a current committee member, or are applying for the first time, please complete the online application by 12 noon on October 21, 2024. The next term runs from December 1, 2024 to November 30, 2026. The commitment required is approximately one meeting per month for standing committees while sub-committees may have special projects or events that require additional time which varies throughout the year. The majority of committee meetings are held in-person however some committees have chosen to remain virtual following COVID-19. Having access to technology which allows you to do so should be considered when applying, as well as being our means to provide agendas and minutes to committee members in advance of meetings. Please also note that, in accordance with our Open Government Bylaw, members of the public may attend committee meetings to observe and listen, but not to participate unless a prior request has been made and granted by the chair.

To apply please complete the online application form, or print and fill out an application, or pickup an application at Stratford Town Centre to complete (234 Shakespeare Drive). The deadline to apply within the current process is 12 noon on Monday, October 21, 2024. Applications are also accepted at any time however to fill vacancies, be considered for special committees, focus groups, or other shorter-term opportunities, as well as to assist with events as needed.

For more information please contact Wendy Watts at (902) 569-6921 or email [email protected].

The following standing committees, sub-committees and boards are available: 

• Accountability & Engagement Committee
• Active Transportation Sub-Committee
• Arts and Culture Sub-Committee
• Cross Roads Fire Department Board
• Diversity and Inclusion Sub-Committee
• Finance & Technology Committee
• Heritage Sub-Committee
• Infrastructure Committee
• Planning, Development & Heritage Committee
• Recreation, Culture & Events Committee
• Safety Services Committee
• Stratford Seniors Complex Management Sub-Committee
• Sustainability Committee

To learn more about the committee and sub-committees please click here.

Thank you to all applicants for your interest in helping to build the best community possible. Please recognize that there is limited space based on the legislated size of our committees, and that the number of applications received to fill these vacancies may not permit all applicants to be placed at this time. All applications received during the current committee term will be kept on hand for a maximum two year period ending on November 30, 2026. After this date, you will need to reapply as part of our 2026 Committee Application Process.

Apply Now

If you prefer to print an application form off and complete it by hand, please ensure that it is received at our office by 12 noon on Monday, October 21, 2024.  

Printable application: 
Committee Volunteer Application Form