Applications are now open for the City of Peterborough’s youth council for the 2024-25 term.
The Peterborough Youth Council is a voice for local youth in the community, with members attending monthly meetings and collaborating with city recreation and parks services staff to organize and become involved in community events that may take place on evenings, weekends, and sometimes during school hours.
“The youth council contributes a lot of valuable perspectives to community events,” says councillor Lesley Parnell who, along with councillor Gary Baldwin, is co-chair of the city’s new community services (recreation and parks, fire services, and arenas) portfolio. “In turn, members gain valuable experience and make new friends. I encourage anyone who is interested to apply.”
Young people between the ages of 12 and 21 who live or attend school in Peterborough can apply to be on the youth council by visiting peterborough.ca/youthcouncil. Applications are open until 4:30 p.m. on Friday, April 26th.
A role on the youth council is a volunteer position. High school students can use the volunteer hours towards achieving their Ontario secondary school diploma.
“The young people in Peterborough are the future of our community,” councillor Baldwin says. “We value their perspectives and welcome their input. Peterborough Youth Council is an opportunity to develop our leaders of tomorrow, while offering lots of fun along the way.”
Potential candidates will be contacted by phone or email, with interviews for selected candidates taking place during the week of May 21 to 24.
