About Advisory Bodies
Oak Bay's Advisory Bodies provide input, advice and recommendations that represent the broader interest of the community, informing Council’s governance role and associated decision-making process.
All of Council’s Advisory Bodies are subject to the same open meetings provisions in the Community Charter as Council – this means that all Advisory Body meetings must be open to the public as a general rule. This requirement is intended to be applied broadly, in keeping with the principle of openness, transparency and accountability.
More information about each Advisory Body, including Terms of Reference and the Committee and Commission Policy, may be viewed on our Committees page. There you’ll find important information about roles and responsibilities, Advisory Body functions, meetings and mandates.
2027 Openings
Applications for our 2027 advisory body openings close on Friday, November 27. Following the closing date, applications will be reviewed for a term date starting January 1, 2027.
- Accessibility Advisory Committee (4 openings)
- Advisory Planning Commission - Design Panel (3 openings)
- Advisory Planning Commission - Land Use Panel (5 openings)
- Board of Variance (1 opening)
- Heritage Commission (5 openings)
- Parks, Recreation and Culture Committee (3 openings)
Applications
If you wish to apply to serve on more than one Advisory Body, please complete a separate form for each application and indicate your order of preference. Applicants will generally only be selected to serve on one committee per term.
It is important to remember that there is no remuneration for appointees; if appointed, you would serve on the Advisory Body in a volunteer capacity.
Meetings
Committees generally meet in-person monthly (except for the Parks, Recreation and Culture Committee, which meets quarterly), subject to there being business to discuss. As per the Committee and Commission Policy and Council Procedure Bylaw, Committees do not meet in August or during the month of a municipal election.
The anticipated volunteer commitment is approximately 5 hours per month to prepare for and attend weekday meetings
Questions?
If you have questions about the Advisory Body, please contact Corporate Services: 250-598-3311 or committees@oakbay.ca
Advisory Body Application Form (2027)
Thank you for your interest in serving on an Advisory Body with the District of Oak Bay. Please fill out the information below and hit 'submit' to process your application. If you have any questions or would like assistance in submitting an application, please email committees@oakbay.ca or call (250) 598-3311. The deadline to apply is November 27, 2026.