Accessibility Advisory Committee	The role of the Accessibility Advisory Committee is to advise Guelph City Council on its accessibility plan and review selected site plans and drawings for new building and developments. Contact Leanne Warren, (519) 822-1260 ext. 2670 TTY: 826-9771 for more information.
Board of Commissions of Guelph General Hospital	It is the purpose of the Guelph General Hospital to serve the community, and whereas the objects of the Guelph General Hospital are: to give care and treatment to the sick; to provide education and maintain high educational standards; to promote medical research; to maintain and improve community health and to perform such lawful acts as are deemed necessary to promote the attainment of these objects. (Guelph General Hospital Act - 1971). Contact Richard Ernst, (519) 837-6414 for more information.
Board of Directors of Guelph Hydro	The Board is responsible under the provisions of the Public Utilities Act and the Power Corporation Act to conduct the affairs of the municipal electric utility. The utility is responsible for the construction, operation and maintenance of the electrical distribution systems to supply electrical energy to residents and businesses within the City. Contact Jasmine Urisk, (519) 822-3017 for more information.
Board of Trustees of the Elliott Community	The Elliott Community is a charitable, non-profit senior’ residence offering a continuum of residential and nursing services.  The Elliott has completed a redevelopment project comprising of a new, state of the art long term care facility, additional retirement suites, and a community centre offering activities for seniors.  The Board oversees and governs senior management on issues of policy, sound fiscal and operational management of this unique facility.  Additional subcommittees provide opportunities for greater contribution. Contact Trevor Lee, (519) 822-0491 for more information.
Committee of Adjustment	It is the purpose of the Committee of Adjustment to hear applications under Section 45 of the Planning Act and Section 50/52 & 57 of the Planning Act R.S.O. 1990 c.P13, as amended.  Minor Variance Applications for: minor variances to existing by-laws enacted under The Planning Act; extension of legal non-conforming uses and changes of legal non-conforming uses Consent Applications for: severance of new lots; severance of existing dwellings (technical) because properties have merged and correction of title; severance to create a lot extension or lot line adjustment; granting of easements and rights-of-way; partial discharge of mortgages; leases of lands for more than 21 years and validation of title. Contact Kim Fairfull, (519) 822-1260 ext. 2374 for more information. Contact Kim Fairfull, (519) 837-5615 for more information.
Eastview Landfill Site Public Liaison Committee	Mandate as per Condition 20.1 of the Certificate of Approval. The .... shall appoint a PLC to review and provide recommendations on annual operational and monitoring reports, landfill site protocols, proposed end use of the Site and any other information which is pertinent to landfilling operations at the Site. These recommendations, along with any minority positions, may be forwarded to the City or the Director for their consideration Contact Bill Shields, (519) 822-1260, ext. 2058 for more information.
Economic Development Advisory Committee	This committee's mandate is to: champion and promote economic development directions and programs by providing leadership in the development and implementation of strategic action plans to stimulate business growth and jobs in the City of Guelph and strong community linkages with City Council; to advise Guelph Council and staff in the implementation of its Economic Development Strategy; to advise Guelph Council and staff on policies and programs consistent with an economic development strategy to sustain and nurture a strong economic base in the City of Guelph; to monitor, review and update the Economic Development Strategy. Contact Peter Cartwright, (519) 822-1260 ext. 2820 for more information.
Environmental Advisory Committee	To provide advice and assistance to City Administrative Staff in Planning and Management with respect to conservation of the natural environment. The EAC is a technical advisory Committee established by and responsible to City Administration and through the Planning, Works and Environment Committee. The EAC which will provide recommendations to Administration on submitted planning applications in accordance with Council adopted Terms of Reference. The intent of EAC is to not delay development, but to be involved in an early stage of the process in order to keep developments moving. The response time for applications is 30 to 60 days. Applications must be complete in order to be processed within the respective time frame. Contact Jessica McEachren, (519) 822-1260 ext. 2563 for more information.
Guelph Cemetery Commission	The Commission shall maintain, manage and control the said Cemetery and all lands, money and personal property in connection therewith. Contact Paul Taylor, (519) 822-1271 for more information.
Downtown Guelph Business Association	The mandate of this Board is to ensure the Downtown is a vibrant urban center for the community and that it remains the Community’s civic, cultural, social and economic center and to improve business through the creation of a unique environment Downtown and the promotion and advertising of the varied businesses. Established by By-law (1981)-10773. Contact Audrey Jamal, (519) 836-6144 for more information.
Guelph Junction Railway Company Directors	The Guelph Junction Railway provides local rail service on 18 miles of main line trackage from Guelph Junction to the City of Guelph's north west industrial basin. It is a dual access short line railway with connections to both Canadian Pacific Railway and Canadian Nation Railway.The Guelph Junction Railway was created in 1884 by act of Federal Parliament. Contact Tom Sagaskie, (519) 822-1260 ext. 2825 for more information.
Guelph Museums Board of Management	The mandate of this board is: having the general management, regulation and control of all properties both real and personal belonging to the City for museum purposes; to acquire on behalf of the City by gift, purchase, or loan any objects, such as artifacts, furniture, clothing and other items which the Museum Board considers useful for the Museums; to classify, maintain, repair and/or display any and all such objects according to the discretion of the Museum Board members and/or its advisors; to publicize the work of the Museums; to conduct public lectures and classes as the Museum Board shall from time to time see fit; to employ in conformity with its budget, the professional and non-professional help necessary for the Museum’s efficient operation; to present to the City Council at the end of each calendar year an annual report of its activities and a recommended budget for the succeeding year. Operated under The Ontario Municipal Act, R.S.O. 1990, S.207 Contact Katherine McCracken, (519) 822-1260 ext. 2775 for more information.
Guelph Non-Profit Housing Corporation Board of Directors	The primary objective of the Corporation is to provide and operate 545 units of affordable rental housing within the community.. To provide and operate housing accommodation with or without any public space, recreation facilities and commercial space of buildings appropriate thereto primarily for persons of low or modest income. To purchase, lease, and otherwise acquire and to hold, enjoy, manage, develop and improve lands and buildings and interests therein for the carrying out of the above objectives. To accept government grants, donations, gifts, bequests and legacies for the above objects. To borrow money and issue securities and bonds for the above objects. Corporation was incorporated by Letters Patent issued by the Lieutenant Governor of Ontario on the 4th day of October 1988. Contact Harry Blinkhorn, (519) 766-1022 ext. 4340 for more information.
Guelph Police Services Board	Pursuant to Part III of the Police Services Act, RSO 1990, Part III, the Police Services Board is responsible for the provision of adequate and effective police services in the municipality.  The Board appoints members of the municipal police service and determines the objectives and priorities for the provision of policing services in the municipality in consultation with the Chief of Police.  The Board gives orders and directions to the Chief but not to individual members.  As a civilian oversight body, the Board has general superintending authority over the municipal police service through policy development and specific administrative tasks, but not the day to day operations.  The Board is responsible for developing the operating and capital estimates for the police service which are ultimately approved by Council.  The Board, as the employer, is also responsible for collective bargaining with the police associations and other labour relations matters.  Contact Nancy Nodwell, (519) 824-1212 ext. 213 for more information.
Guelph Public Library Board	The Board shall seek to provide, in co-operation with other Boards, a comprehensive and efficient public library service that reflects the community’s unique needs. Contact Kerry Hannah, (519) 824-6220 for more information.
Guelph Sports Hall of Fame Board of Directors	To recognize and honour the achievements of Guelph individuals and teams who have attained prominence and distinction in any field of sport, and those who have made a major contribution to the development and advancement of sports in Guelph. To permanently record and give public prominence to the achievements of such individuals and teams in a public display centre. Contact Rich Grau, (519) 822-4900 ext. 2847 for more information.
Guelph Twinning Committee	The Twinning Committee will develop municipal twinning relationships with domestic and international communities. Contact Peter Cartwright, (519) 822-1260 ext. 2820 for more information
Heritage Guelph	This Committee is concerned with designations under the Ontario Heritage Act and will assist Council and the public in the field of architectural preservation. Contact Stephen Robinson, (519) 822-1260 ext. 2496 for more information.
Locomotive 6167 Community Advisory Committee	The Committee will coordinate fundraising and the restoration of the locomotive as a static display. Contact Derek McCaughan, (519) 822-1260 ext. 2018 for more information
Property Standards/Fence Viewers Committee	The Committee established under The Property Maintenance and Occupancy Standards By-law, hears appeals against orders issued under the By-law. The Committee has the authority to confirm, modify or quash an Order and may extend the time for compliance, as long as the general intent of the by-law and the Official Plan and policy statement are maintained. Property & Occupancy Standards By-law (2000)-16454. Contact Rob Reynen, (519) 822-1260 ext. 2386 for more information.
River Run Centre Board of Directors	The principal purpose of the Board is to maintain, operate, manage, market and promote the Centre and to: provide input from the community for the operation of the centre; to advise the Centre Manager in the maintenance, operation, management, marketing and promotion of the Centre; carry out fundraising on an ongoing basis; establish operating policies for the Centre (By-law (1994)-14707). Contact Colleen Clack, 519-837-5662 ext. 2588 for more information.
River Systems Advisory Committee	To provide advice and assistance to City Staff and to Guelph City Council on issues that impact on waterways and adjacent lands within the City of Guelph.  The RSAC will facilitate the implementation of the River Systems Management Plan by assisting in the development and monitoring of Action Plans.  The RSAC will be involved in all new subwatershed studies as well as existing subwatershed studies.  The RSAC will be responsible for any revisions to the River Systems Management Plan.  The RSAC will also be responsible for any new initiatives with respect to the River Systems Planning.  The RSAC should request, receive and exchange information from groups and individuals with respect to riverland issues. (Council Resolution: November 7, 1994) Contact Suzanne Young, (519) 822-1260 ext. 2356 for more information