Committees and Boards

Thames Centre has many different boards and committees designed to improve and shape the future of our community by providing advice and feedback on a variety of issues. Explore the list below to learn about their roles and responsibilities.

Committee Recruitment

Thames Centre Council is currently accepting Expressions of Interest for the Accessibility and Inclusivity Advisory Committee. Submit your form now

In addition to the appointments below, Council also appoints representatives to the following:

Upper Thames River Conservation Authority Board of Directors (UTRCA)
Kettle Creek Conservation Authority Board of Directors (KCCA)
Committee of Adjustment
Thames Centre Active Living Advisory Committee
Livestock Investigators

Accessibility and Inclusivity Advisory Committee

Purpose

This committee works towards promoting awareness and ensuring the barriers to accessibility in our community are identified and eliminated for improved accessibility in our Municipality.

Terms of Reference

Accessibility and Inclusivity Advisory Committee Terms of Reference

Members

The AIAC may be composed of a maximum of 7 members as follows:

Michelle Smibert, Chair (Council representative)
Tom Heeman (Council representative)
Jesse Farquharson (Community Member)
Shauna Rae (Community Member)
Steve MacDonald (Municipal Staff)
Jana Nethercott (Municipal Staff)

Upcoming Meetings

To view the past, and upcoming Committee meetings and minutes please visit our meeting calendar.

Active Living Centre Advisory Committee

Purpose

The Active Living Centre Advisory Committee (ALCAC) supports and resolves issues that arise at the Lions Senior Centre to ensure programs and services operate efficiently.

The Committee is the liaison between the Members of the Lions Active Living Centre and the Active Living Centre Coordinator. The Committee supports the Active Living Centre Coordinator by providing feedback on senior programs consistent with the goals and objectives of the Lions Active Living Centre members.

Terms of Reference

Seniors Centre Advisory Committee Terms of Reference

Members

The ALCAC may be composed of a maximum of 8 members as follows:

Joan Kemp (Community Representative)
Joanne Bugo (Community Representative)
Ray Chowen (Community Representative)
Karen Gress (Municipal Representative)

Upcoming Meetings

To view the past, and upcoming Committee meetings please visit the Council and Committee meeting calendar

Economic Development Advisory Committee

Purpose

The Economic Development Advisory Committee (EDAC) is a volunteer Committee. The Committee was formed in 2023 to support and advise Council on matters associated with generating and sustaining business investment and to champion and promote economic development within Thames Centre.

Terms of Reference

Economic Development Advisory Committee Terms of Reference

Members

The EDAC may be composed of a maximum of 11 members as follows:

Tom Heeman, Chair (Council Representative)
Arden McClean, Vice-Chair (Community Representative)
Sharron McMillan (Council Representative)
Jacob Baribeau (Community Representative)
Chris Green (Community Representative)
James Iglesias (Community Representative)
Delia Reiche (Community Representative)
Glenn Thorel (Community Representative)
Brian Teall (Community Representative)
Michael Gardner (Community Representative)

Upcoming Meetings

To view the past, and upcoming Committee meetings and minutes, please visit the Council and Committee meeting calendar

Environmental Advisory Committee

Purpose

The Environmental Advisory Committee for the Municipality of Thames Centre is established to support and advise Council in implementing the environmental goals and policies of the Municipality of Thames Centre.

Terms of Reference

Environmental Advisory Committee Terms of Reference

Members

The EAC may be composed of a maximum of 9 members as follows:

Danielle Lockie, Chair (Council Representative)
Patti Kemp, Vice Chair (Community Representative)
Thomas Heeman (Council Representative)
Ken Empey (Middlesex Federation of Agriculture/Community Representative)
Betsy McClure (Kettle Creek Conservation Authority/Community Representative)
Jim Rule (Community Representative)
Ruth John (Community Representative)

Upcoming Meetings

To view the past, and upcoming Committee meetings please visit the Council and Committee meeting calendar

Local School Advisory Committee

Purpose

The Local School Advisory Committee (LSAC) works towards identifying opportunities to enhance publicly funded schools within the Municipality and to address local community needs in conjunction with school boards.

Terms of Reference

Local School Advisory Committee Terms of Reference

Members

The LSAC may be composed of a maximum of 10 members as follows:

Michelle Smibert, Chair (Council Representative)
Sharron McMillan, Vice-Chair (Council Representative)
Nancy Delorey (Community Representative)
Kirk Hallman (Community Representative)
Ken Empey (Community Representative)
Gerry Armstrong (Community Representative)
Kristine Brown (Community Representative)
Sally Taylor (Community Representative)
Amanda Storrey (Municipal Representative)
Sara Henshaw, Municipal Staff (Municipal Representative)

Upcoming Meetings

To view the past, and upcoming Committee meetings please visit the Council and Committee meeting calendar

Special Events Committee

Purpose

The Thames Centre Special Events Committee (TCSEC) was established to enhance and provide a structured approach to special events within the Municipality. Immediate special events coordination will encompass but not be limited to Canada Day Celebrations and Festival of Lights community events.

Terms of Reference

Thames Centre Special Events Committee Terms of Reference

Members

The TCSEC may be composed of a maximum of 13 members as follows:

Chantel Crockett, Chair (Council Representative)
Mike Murray, Vice-Chair (Community Representative)
Danielle Lockie (Council Representative)
Al Marr (Community Representative)
Jennifer Kraft (Community Representative)
Kaela Carter (Community Representative)
Penny Wearne (Community Representative)
Nancy Abra (Community Representative)
Sean Baker (Community Representative)
Michelle Mundy (Community Representative)
Steve MacDonald (Municipal Representative)
Devon Brown (Municipal Representative)
Abby Malchesky (Municipal Representative)

Upcoming Meetings

To view the past, and upcoming Committee meetings and minutes please visit the Council and Committee meeting calendar

Thames Centre Sports Wall of Fame Committee

Purpose

The Municipality of Thames Centre established the Sports Wall of Fame Committee to recognize, honour and preserve the athletic accomplishments and contributions of our community.

Terms of Reference

Thames Centre Sports Wall of Fame Committee Terms of Reference

Members

The TCWOF may be composed of 5 members as follows:

Chantel Crockett, Chair (Council Representative)
Tom Heeman, Vice Chair (Council Representative)
Greg VanBerkel, (Community Representative)
Jim Maudsley, (Community Representative)
Don Robinson, (Community Representative)
Steve MacDonald (Municipal Representative)
Tori Garrett (Municipal Representative)

Upcoming Meetings

To view the past, and upcoming Committee meetings and minutes please visit the Council and Committee meeting calendar

Thorndale Lions Community Centre Ad Hoc Committee

Purpose

The Thorndale Lions Community Centre Ad Hoc Committee (TLCCAHC) was established to develop a shovel ready project for the potential future expansion of the Thorndale Lion’s Community Centre, using the surplus of funds raised by the community for use on the Centre.