Apply for the Upcoming Term
The City is seeking applications from members of the public interested in serving on the Accessibility Advisory Committee during the 2027–2030 Council term. The incoming Council will determine the final committee structure, including whether a seniors advisory committee may be combined with this committee. The City is seeking 6 citizen members. The deadline to apply is Friday, November 6, 2026, at 4:30pm.
During the 2022–2026 Council term, this committee merged two previously existing advisory committees: Seniors Advisory and Accessibility Advisory Committee.
Mandate
- To champion issues related to the provision of an accessible community on behalf of all Barrie’s citizens.
- To represent and provide advice on seniors’ perspectives on municipal matters.
Committee Members
- Councillor, N. Nigussie (Committee Chair)
- 6 Citizens
- Representative from Allandale and Parkview Seniors Groups
Meetings
The committee meets monthly in person. Agendas are available on the City’s electronic agenda management system. Please contact the Clerk's Office at CityClerks@barrie.ca with any questions regarding agendas. Effective February 2023, advisory committee meetings are no longer streamed via the City's YouTube channel.