Committees of Council are established to study issues and make recommendations to City Council. They are broken down into two categories: standing committees and ad hoc committees. City Council has also established technical and administrative committees to assist in various matters affecting the community. These committees do not require members of Council to be members of the committees, though they report to Council as necessary.
Standing Committees
Ad Hoc Committees
- Audit Committee
- Board of Revision
- Community Advisory Board on Homelessness
- Council-Administration Round Table
- Development Appeal Board
- Grant Review Committee
- Heritage Committee
- Homelessness Commission
- Human Resource and Compensation Committee
- Mayor's Task Force on Economic Development
- Yellowknife Combative Sports Commission
Technical Committees
Administrative Committees
Committee Orientation Guide
This Orientation Guide is is intended to be used as a guide and working tool for committee chairs, vice chairs, members and staff.
Council Procedure By-law
The rules of procedure for Council (Council Procedure By-law No. 4975) shall apply to all standing committees.
Committee Vacancies
Thank you for your interest in the City of Yellowknife's Committees, Boards and Commissions.
The following positions are currently available:
| Grant Review Committee |
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The City of Yellowknife is currently accepting applications for members at large to serve on the Grant Review Committee. This advisory committee reviews all applications and makes recommendations to Council regarding the distribution of Grant Funding. Individuals should apply online or submit a Letter of Application to the City Clerk, Yellowknife City Hall, P.O. Box 580, Yellowknife, NT, X1A 2N4; fax (867) 920-5649; or email cityclerk@yellowknife.ca. The deadline for receipt of application is Friday, December 20, 2024. For more information, please contact the City at 920-5647. |
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Heritage Committee |
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The City of Yellowknife is seeking volunteers to fill a vacancy on its Heritage Committee – a body created to help conserve, protect and celebrate the heritage of Yellowknife for the benefit of present and future residents. The City welcomes applications from all interested persons, however, those with a strong knowledge of Yellowknife history are particularly encouraged to apply. Applicants should apply online or submit a Letter of Interest by Friday, December 20, 2024 to the City Clerk, Yellowknife City Hall, P.O. Box 580, Yellowknife, NT, X1A 2N4; fax (867) 920-5649; or email cityclerk@yellowknife.ca. For more information, please contact the City at 920-5622. |
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Application for Committee Appointment |