Notice to members of the public wishing to serve on Peel Region’s Audit and Risk Committee for the 2026-2030 term

Peel Region is seeking applications from individuals interested in serving as a volunteer on the Audit and Risk Committee. Up to two members of the public with expertise in the areas of finance and/or information technology will be selected. Appointments are made by Regional Council, and successful candidates will serve a term ending November 13, 2030 or until a successor is appointed.

The objective of the Audit and Risk Committee is to assist Regional Council and associated Boards and Agencies in the discharge of their governance, accountability, and controllership responsibilities by advising that risks are being appropriately addressed through strong governance, a risk/control and compliance framework, appropriate stewardship, and an effective internal audit activity.

This includes reviewing and advising on:

The integrity, quality, and transparency of Peel Region’s financial, management and operational information.
The effectiveness of the financial and management reporting processes.
The effectiveness of risk management and control processes and practices.
The performance of the internal audit activity and assessing the effectiveness of the external audit function.
Ethical business conduct and compliance with Peel Region of Peel’s Employee Code of Conduct.

The Audit and Risk Committee also exercises functions in respect of Peel Region’s independent Auditor General. This includes receiving and reviewing:

the Auditor General’s annual audit plan, operations report and budget request; and,
the Auditor General’s reports on completed audits, including any reports on investigations and inquiries conducted by the Auditor General.

Minimum eligibility requirements

A candidate shall be:

A Canadian citizen.
At least 18 years of age at the time of application.
A resident, or the owner or tenant of land in Peel Region (Brampton, Mississauga and/or Caledon), or spouse of such person; or be a member of a community organization representing the interests of members of the community in Peel.
Have a professional accounting and/or information technology designation(s) with a minimum of 10 years’ experience.
Independent of the internal or external auditors of Peel Region or the internal or external auditors of a municipality within Peel region.

A candidate shall not be:

An elected official of Regional Council or of the Council of a municipality in Peel Region (Brampton, Caledon and/or Mississauga).
An employee of the Peel Region or of a municipality in Peel Region.
A current vendor or an individual who has any other business interest with the Peel Region or of a municipality within Peel region.

As a condition of appointment, successful candidates will be required to complete and sign a Record of Offences Declaration (Non-Vulnerable Sector).

Preferred qualifications

Financial expertise, including in accounting or auditing, with an understanding of financial statements.
An understanding of risk and financial controls.
Information technology expertise or background in information management and information security.
Experience in adhering to codes or standards of their profession.
A minimum of 10 years of professional experience in a complex organization.
Excellent verbal, written, listening, teamwork, and collaboration skills.
Experience working on a board of directors, audit committee, or other committee or task force.

How to apply

Complete the online application form
Applicants who require assistance completing the online application form can use the virtual assistant on PeelRegion.ca.
Applicants who are unable to complete the online application form due to technical and/or accessibility needs may contact the Office of the Regional Clerk by email at regional.clerk@peelregion.ca or by phone at 905-791-7800, ext. 4526 for alternative arrangements.

Applications must be received on Friday, November 27, 2026, by 4:30 p.m.

Please note that interviews for selected applicants are expected to take place in early 2027.

We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.