Be part of the Tourism Vaughan Advisory Committee

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Deadline to apply has been extended until Friday, Dec. 10

Do you want to help shape Vaughan’s future as a world-class tourism destination? As a member of the City of Vaughan’s Tourism Vaughan Advisory Committee, you can advance the development and implementation of the Vaughan Destination Master Plan. Public recruitment has been extended and applications will be accepted until 4:30 p.m. on Friday, Dec. 10. View eligibility requirements and the application package at vaughan.ca/council/committees.

What is the goal of this committee?
The mandate of the Tourism Vaughan Advisory Committee is to provide the Tourism Vaughan Corporation Board of Directors with guidance and expertise related to the development and implementation of the Vaughan Destination Master Plan and subsequent business plans in accordance with the Terms of Reference. For more information, visit the Tourism Vaughan Advisory Committee webpage and read the Tourism Vaughan Advisory Committee Terms of Reference (PDF).

How many positions are available?
The Tourism Vaughan Corporation is seeking up to 12 representatives to join the committee. Members should represent tourism stakeholder organizations from a range of sectors, including, but not limited to:

  • Representative(s) of Hotel/Motel Accommodations
  • Representative(s) of Short-term Rental Accommodations
  • Representative(s) of Meetings and Conferences
  • Representative(s) of Attractions and Retail
  • Representative(s) of Festivals and Events
  • Representative(s) of Food and Beverage
  • Non-governmental Industry Support Organizations

What are the eligibility requirements to join?
To be eligible for appointment on Vaughan’s Tourism Vaughan Advisory Committee, applicants must be 18 years of age or older, a Canadian citizen and must not be employed by the City of Vaughan.

When are committee meetings held?
Meetings will be held quarterly (with the exception of July and August) and will take place virtually until further notice due to the global COVID-19 pandemic.

How do I apply?
Complete “Attachment 1” of the Tourism Vaughan Advisory Committee application form (PDF) and submit it via email to the Office of the City Clerk at clerks@vaughan.ca. Applications will be accepted until 4:30 p.m. on Friday, Dec. 10.

Where can I find more information?
Visit vaughan.ca/council/committees to learn more about the Tourism Vaughan Advisory Committee, view eligibility requirements and apply to join.

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