The Township of Lucan Biddulph looks for engaged citizens to participate on several boards and committees. Our boards and committees are comprised of various Township residents, Township Staff, and/or members of Council. Membership of Boards and Committees is renewed every four years, with the change of Council. Details of these committees are outlined below. Please contact the Township Clerk for more information regarding committees at 519-227-4491.
To view agendas and minutes for any meeting, please search the Township Meetings Calendar. Should you require a copy of a Council or Committee document, or would like to request a document in an alternate format, please contact the Township Clerk.
Fire Boards
Biddulph-Blanshard Fire Board
The Biddulph-Blanshard Fire Board is a joint board of the Township of Lucan Biddulph and Perth South, which operates the Biddulph-Blanshard Fire Department located in Granton.
The Board, which is represented by two members of Council from each municipality and one public appointee governs the Biddulph-Blanshard Fire Department. This is a volunteer department consisting of a Fire Chief, Deputy Chief, Captains and firefighters.
The Biddulph-Blanshard Fire Board meets twice a year, typically in March and November.
Community Economic Development Committee
The Community Economic Development Committee is a committee of the Council of the Township of Lucan Biddulph and their mission is to engage the residents, business owners, and government of this rural municipality to enhance the overall populations’ quality of life by supporting and coordinating community development projects, by facilitating business growth and by creating new opportunities to strive for a more dynamic, well rounded and sustainable community.
The CEDC was established by the Township of Lucan Biddulph's Council in 2006. The Committee consists of Council representation, Municipal Staff, business leaders and community volunteers.
This Committee meets quarterly and is responsible for the Community Improvement Grant Program and promotion of local businesses and the Lucan Biddulph community.
The Terms of Reference can be viewed here: Terms of Reference
Parks & Recreation Advisory Committee
The Parks and Recreation Advisory Committee advises and assists the Township in promoting parks and recreation-based activities, in identifying capital requirements and provide direction in terms of parks and recreation programs and services within the department.
The Committee is composed of two members of Council, two members of staff and six to eight members of the public.
The Terms of Reference for the Parks and Recreation Committee can be viewed here:
Term of Reference
Finance Committee
The Finance Committee makes recommendations to Council on matters associated with review of budget documents prior to presentation to Council.
The Committee is composed of two members of Council and five members of staff.
The Terms of Reference for the Finance Committee can be viewed here:
Terms of Reference
Committee Vacancies & Applications
The Township of Lucan Biddulph selects committee members each new term of Council or when vacancy becomes available.
Current Vacancies:
The Township of Lucan Biddulph is seeking residents interested in contributing to their community to sit on the following committees and boards for the 2026-2030 term of Council:
- Parks and Recreation Advisory Committee
- Community Economic Development Committee
- Biddulph Blanshard Fire Board
How to Apply:
To apply to become a member of a committee or board for the 2026-2030 term please complete the relevant application form. If you’re applying to more than on board or committee, please complete a separate form for each position.
Selection Process:
All appointments are made by Council. After appointments are finalized by By-Law, the Clerk will notify all applicants, informing them of the Council’s decision.
Term of Appointment:
Unless otherwise legislated, the term of appointment coincides with the existing term of Council who appointed them.
The Township is pleased to accommodate individual needs in accordance with the Accessibility of Ontarians with Disabilities Act, 2005 (AODA), within our recruitment process. If you require accommodation at any time throughout the recruitment process, please contact the Clerks Department at (519) 227-4491 or by e-mail at @email.
In accordance with the Municipal Freedom of Information and Privacy Act, personal information is collected under the authority of the Municipal Act, 2001 and will only be used for the purpose of candidate selection.