Boards & Committees
The Town of Renfrew Council appoints elected officials to various boards and committees. Some of the boards and committees are established by The Town of Renfrew Bylaws, while others are established by external entities. A number of working groups are also established to engage members of the public and key shareholders with specific .
These committees may be delegated certain duties and powers that may be advisory or decision making in nature. For more information please contact the Clerks Department by calling 613.432.4848 or email info@renfrew.ca.
Standing Committees are live streamed on the Town's YouTube channel - Town of Renfrew - Council Page
Copies of Council and Standing Committee agenda and minute packages can be found on the Town's Municipal Calendar or by emailing the Clerk's Department at info@renfrew.ca.
Other Committees and Boards associated with the Town of Renfrew:
- Renfrew Library Board
- Police Service Board
- Renfrew Hydro Inc. (Power Corporations Act)
- Renfrew Power Generation Inc. (Power Corporations Act)
- Renfrew & Area Health Services Village Inc. (Independent Corporation)
- Renfrew Industrial Commission (Independent Corporation
Current Working Groups/Task Forces:
- Mayor’s Task Force on Growth Readiness and Highway Expansion
- Inclusive, Age-Friendly, and Barrier-Free Community Working Group
- Signature Events Working Group
Economic Development, Planning & Tourism
The Economic Development, Planning and Tourism Committee provides direction on all planning and building matters in accordance with the Town’s Official Plan, Zoning By-law, Community Improvement Plan, the Ontario Building Code, and applicable County and Provincial policy and legislation. The Committee has a primary focus of increasing the supply of all types of housing in the Town of Renfrew, including affordable housing, and attracting and facilitating non-residential development. The Committee also provides guidance towards identifying corporate economic development goals, including tourism.
The committee meets the first Tuesday of every month at 2:00 p.m. with the exception of July and unless otherwise specified.
Environment, Infrastructure and Public Works
The Environment, Infrastructure and Public Works Committee provides guidance and direction on all issues relating to roads, infrastructure, stormwater management, solid waste management, utilities/water and wastewater, water pollution control, forestry, and environmental services.
The committee meets the first Tuesday of every month at 10:00 a.m. with the exception of July and unless otherwise specified.
Recreation, Fire and Protective Services
The Recreation, Fire and Protective Services Committee provides guidance and direction on creating and maintaining a safe and healthy community that promotes and supports quality of life, while encouraging resident involvement in the culture and life of their communities. The Committee is responsible for issues relating to parks, recreation, cultural programming, and emergency and protective services.
The committee meets the third Tuesday of every month at 2:00 p.m. with the exception of July and unless otherwise specified.
Strategic Priorities and Corporate Services
The Strategic Priorities and Corporate Services Committee is responsible for the Town of Renfrew’ high-level fiscal and management policy issues, including corporate financial planning, corporate performance measurement, and overall financial sustainability. This Committee also addresses all matters related to communications, public engagement, client service delivery, accessibility, human resources, labour relations, information technology, legal services, as well as financial and legislative services.
The committee meets the third Tuesday of every month at 10:00 a.m. with the exception of July and unless specified.