Committees

Advises Regional Council on requirements under the Ontarians with Disabilities Act and Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, including preparation of the Multi-Year Accessibility Plan. Reports through the Corporate Services Committee.

Advises on the development and implementation of Regional agricultural policy, including the Agricultural and Rural System and related programs. Reports through the Planning and Economic Development Committee.

Provides oversight of internal and external audit functions, financial reporting and internal controls. Internal Audit reports quarterly to this committee.

Advises Regional Council on the implementation of the Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Action Plan and related policies, with a focus on creating an inclusive and welcoming Niagara Region.

Oversees the administration and operation of the Niagara Region Provincial Offences court facilities.

An all-citizens committee appointed by Council to conduct hearings of appeals under Niagara Region's business licensing by-laws. The committee decides whether to uphold the Licensing Officer's decision on the refusal, revocation, suspension or addition of conditions on a business licence. Meetings are held on an as-required basis and are open to the public.

Reviews compliance audit applications related to municipal election campaign financing under the Municipal Elections Act.

Reviews Niagara Region's Procedural By-law with the purpose of developing simplified and streamlined processes and procedures, and easier access to documentation, while recognizing legislative requirements, access and transparency.

Provides direction on the implementation of Niagara Region's transportation strategy, including active transportation and multi-modal planning. Reports through the Public Works Committee.

Provides direction on recommendations related to the Waste Management Long Term Strategic Plan. Reports through the Public Works Committee.

Advises Regional Council on ways to address the underrepresentation of women in public office, on corporate boards and in leadership positions, and considers the unique experiences of women impacted by public policy.

Protects, restores and manages the natural resources of the Niagara watershed.

Visit the Niagara Peninsula Conservation Authority.

Provides affordable housing and rent-geared-to-income programs for Niagara residents. Learn about Niagara Regional Housing's governance bodies, including the Niagara Regional Housing Board of Directors and Tenant Advisory Committee.

Delivers police services across the Niagara region, protecting the safety of residents and communities.

Visit Niagara Regional Police Service.

The Niagara Transit Commission oversees the planning and delivery of public transit services across Niagara.

Visit Niagara Transit.

Provides a community forum for residents near the Humberstone Landfill Site to receive information and raise concerns about its operation.

Provides a community forum for residents near the Niagara Road 12 Landfill Site to receive information and raise concerns about its operation.