To speak to a committee, you must first apply.

Your subject matter must be within the terms of reference of the committee. 

To apply submit a written request to the Secretary's Department at least 9 working days (a bylaw requirement - the bylaw requires 7 working days, not including the first and last days, which equates to 9 full days) before the meeting date. 

You may apply after this time (late) if because of circumstances you were unable to apply earlier, and if the nature of your subject relates to a report on the agenda.

You will have a maximum of five minutes to give your presentation.         

When you apply please include:

• your contact information.  This information is needed in the event of a meeting change or cancellation,
• the name of the designated speaker (if not you),
• the name of the committee you wish to speak to,
• the date of the meeting you wish to speak at,
• the subject of your presentation,
• the specific action you are asking the committee to take, and
• a summary of your presentation.
• If you are applying late please also include:
• the circumstances preventing you from giving earlier notice,
• how your interests are affected by a report on the agenda, and
• the name of the report that you wish to speak to.
• Note regarding the summary:
  It is important to provide a summary of your presentation for inclusion in the agenda package so that board members are familiar with your subject.  The Summary can be up to two pages (single sided). Copies of presentations or other handouts cannot be distributed at meetings however, you may submit to the Secretary a copy of your complete presentation or other relevant background material for the record.