The Council of the Municipality of Thames Centre appoints representatives to local Boards and Committees, as per the By-law for Appointments to Committees, Boards and Other Bodies. The term for local boards and committees is November 2022 to November 14, 2026.
To view the scheduled Committee meeting dates for 2025, as well as view published agendas and minutes, please see our Agendas and Minutes page.
Accessible formats and communication supports are available upon request. Should you need any assistance, please contact the Clerk's Department.
Council is currently accepting applications for membership appointments to the following Committees:
Accessibility and Inclusivity Advisory Committee (AIAC) - deadline to apply is Monday, June 30, 2025
AIAC Expression of Interest Form
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)
- Middlesex County OPP Detachment Board
- Committee of Adjustment
- Livestock Investigators
Accessibility and Inclusivity Advisory Committee (AIAC)
At its meeting held on March 8, 2021, the Council of the Municipality of Thames Centre established the Accessibility & Inclusivity Advisory Committee (AIAC). 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.
2022-2026 COMMITTEE MEMBERS
Michelle Smibert, Chair/Council Representative
Michelle Coghlin, Vice-Chair/Community Representative
Danielle Lockie, Council Representative
Jesse Farquharson, Community Representative
Shauna Rae, Community Representative
Please click here to fill out an Expression of Interest application form to be appointed to the Committee. The deadline to apply is Monday, June 30, 2025.
MUNICIPAL STAFF REPRESENTATIVE
Steve MacDonald, Director of Community Services & Facilities
recording SECRETARY
Jana Nethercott, Director of Legislative Services/Clerk - Contact Jana
Active Living Centre Advisory Committee (ALCAC)
The Thames Centre Active Living Centre Advisory Committee (ALCAC) supports and resolves issues that arise at the Lions Active Living 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 Coordinator. The Committee supports the Active Living Coordinator by providing feedback on Active Living programs, consistent with the goals and objectives of the Lions Active Living Centre members.
BACKGROUND
The Thames Centre Active Living Centre Advisory Committee (ALCAC) was previously named the Thames Centre Senior Centre Advisory Committee. This Committee has been in existence since 1991, originally under the North Dorchester Community Centre Board (NDCCB). This Advisory Committee was initially established by Council to manage the programs of the Lions Senior Centre and report to the NDCCB.
When the NDCCB dissolved at the end of 1997, a Senior Centre Program Coordinator was appointed by Council to coordinate programs/events consistent with the goals and objectives of the Thames Centre Senior Centre Advisory Committee, under the direction of the Director of Community Services at that time.
On May 13, 2024, staff advised Council of the intention to change the name of the Lions Senior Centre to the "Lions Active Living Centre". As such, the Thames Centre Senior Centre Advisory Committee was renamed to the “Thames Centre Active Living Centre Advisory Committee” (ALCAC).
The Thames Centre Active Living Centre Advisory Committee continues to operate with the Active Living Coordinator (or designate) attending meetings and advising Council of its operations through minutes.
2022-2026 committee members
Joan Kemp
Joanne Bugo
Ray Chowen
Nancy Kell
Municipal staff representative
Karen Gress, Active Living Coordinator - Contact Karen
Economic Development Advisory Committee (EDAC)
At the meeting held on September 25, 2023, the Council of the Municipality of Thames Centre established the Economic Development Advisory Committee, to support and advise Council on matters associated with generating and sustaining business investment and to champion and promote economic development within Thames Centre.
2022-2026 Committee members
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
MUNICIPAL STAFF REPRESENTATIVE
Amanda Storrey, Director of Planning & Development Services
recording SECRETARY
Sara Henshaw, Deputy Clerk - Contact Sara
Environmental Advisory Committee (EAC)
At its meeting held on June 12, 2023, the Council of the Municipality of Thames Centre established the Environmental Advisory Committee, to support and advise Council in implementing the environmental goals and policies of the Municipality of Thames Centre.
2022-2026 Committee Members
Danielle Lockie, Chair/Council Representative
Patti Kemp, Vice-Chair/Community Representative
Thomas Heeman, Council Representative
Ken Empey, Middlesex Federation of Agriculture (MFA)/Community Representative
Betsy McClure, Kettle Creek Conservation Authority (KCCA)/Community Representative
Jim Rule, Community Representative
Ruth John, Community Representative
recording Secretary
Sara Henshaw, Deputy Clerk - Contact Sara
Local School Advisory Committee (LSAC)
At its meeting held on March 29, 2021, the Council of the Municipality of Thames Centre established the Local School Advisory Committee (LSAC). This committee works towards identifying opportunities to enhance publicly funded schools within the Municipality and to address local community needs in conjunction with school boards.
2022-2026 COMMITTEE MEMBERS
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
MUNICIPAL STAFF REPRESENTATIVE
Amanda Storrey, Director of Planning & Development Services
recording SECRETARY
Sara Henshaw, Deputy Clerk - Contact Sara
Thames Centre Special Events Committee (TCSEC)
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.
2022-2026 COMMITTEE MEMBERS
Chantel Crockett, Chair, Council Representative
Mike Murray, Vice-Chair, Community Representative
Al Marr, Community Representative
Danielle Lockie, Council 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
MUNICIPAL STAFF REPRESENTATIVES
Steve MacDonald, Director of Community Services & Facilities
Devon Brown, Parks & Facilities Manager
recording SECRETARY
Abby Malchesky, Administrative Assistant Recreation & Fire - Contact Abby
2025 Schedule of events
- Canada Day Events - Fireworks Monday June 30, 2025 & Tuesday July 1, 2025
- Thorndale Movie Night - Friday, July 11, 2025
- Dorchester Movie Night - Friday, August 8, 2025
- CornFest - Saturday, September 6, 2025
- Festival of Lights - Friday, November 21, 2025
- New Years Eve Events - Wednesday, December 31, 2025
Thames Centre Sports Wall of Fame Committee (TCSWOFC)
At its meeting held on June 16, 2014, the Council of the Municipality of Thames Centre established the Sports Wall of Fame Committee (TCSWOFC) to recognize, honour and preserve the athletic accomplishments and contributions of our community.
2022-2026 COMMITTEE MEMBERS
Chantel Crockett, Chair/Council Representative
Tom Heeman, Vice-Chair/Council Representative
Greg VanBerkel, Community Representative
Jim Maudsley, Community Representative
Don Robinson, Community Representative
MUNICIPAL STAFF REPRESENTATIVE
Steve MacDonald, Director of Community Services and Facilities
recording SECRETARY
Tori Garrett, Administrative Assistant Recreation & Fire - Contact Tori
Thorndale Lions Community Centre Ad Hoc Committee (TLCCAHC)
The Thorndale Lions Community Centre Ad Hoc Committee (TLCCAHC) was established through a resolution of Council (323-2024) on November 18, 2024. This Ad Hoc Committee 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.
2022-2026 COMMITTEE MEMBERS
Sharron McMillan, Council Representative
Tom Heeman, Council Representative
Norm Jary, Thorndale Lions Club Representative
Matt Little, Thorndale Agricultural Society Representative
Melanie Sorensen, Community Representative
Connie Bontje, Community Representative
Greg Burnard, Community Representative
MUNICIPAL STAFF REPRESENTATIVE
To be determined.
recording SECRETARY
To be determined.