The Social Sustainability Committee considers actions and issues that affect aspects of our community and society, including poverty, violence, injustice, education, healthcare, safe housing, labour and human rights.
Seven advisory committees report to the Committee, which include:
The Committee meets quarterly or at the discretion of the Chair. Upcoming meetings can be found on our meeting calendar. For more information read our agendas and minutes to stay informed.
The Social Sustainability Committee was established to:
Membership terms align with Council terms or as determined by Council. The Committee may invite non-member participation at discretion.
Council representatives |
The Committee includes up to three members of Council, which include:
Council members on Social Sustainability Committee are members by right of office in all advisory committees; however, they are non-voting and not included in the quorum of advisory committees. |
Committee representatives |
Committee membership includes the Chairs of each advisory committee:
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Staff representatives |
Staff representatives include:
The Mayor's Office gives administrative support and assigns a Secretary to the Social Sustainability Committee. Applicable departments provide additional staff resources as required. |