Medicine Hat seeks volunteers for 20+ board and commission seats
The city is accepting applications through Oct. 30 for public roles spanning six boards, from the Police Commission to the Public Library Board.
Why it matters
The call gives Medicine Hat residents a direct way to influence local decisions on policing, planning and library services.
The City of Medicine Hat is recruiting members of the public to fill more than 20 volunteer positions across six boards, commissions and working groups. Open roles include seats on the Assessment Review Board, Combative Sports Commission, Community Vibrancy Advisory Board, Municipal Planning Commission, Public Library Board, Police Commission and Subdivision and Development Appeal Board.
The city says these agencies allow residents to share their perspectives on community issues and take part in decisions that affect Medicine Hat, helping ensure a range of viewpoints is reflected in municipal work.
Megan Hilgendorf, currently vice-chair of the Medicine Hat Public Library Board, said volunteering helped her integrate into the community after moving there 15 years ago, build relationships and gain skills she has carried into other parts of her life.
Applications are being accepted until 4:30 p.m. on Oct. 30, 2026. Interested residents are asked to review the city's Applicant Handbook, which details each agency's responsibilities, meeting schedules and eligibility requirements, and must submit a completed application form, resume and a video of no more than 90 seconds introducing themselves. More details and application materials are available on the City of Medicine Hat's City Agencies webpage.
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