Applications close Sunday, March 22, 2026.

The City of New Westminster is recruiting community members to serve on two Grant Advisory Committees:

• Community Livability and Social Equity Grant Committee
• Social and Cultural Vibrancy Grant Committee

These committees play an important role in reviewing applications to the City’s Community Grants Program.

If you are interested in supporting local non-profits and community groups, contributing to meaningful community impact, and gaining experience in application review and civic decision-making, we encourage you to apply.

What Committee Members Do

Committee members:

• Review grant applications submitted by eligible organizations and community groups

• Assess proposals based on established criteria and program guidelines

• Participate in committee meetings to discuss applications and determine funding recommendations

• Help ensure funding supports projects that enhance livability, social equity, and cultural vibrancy in New Westminster

Who Should Apply

We welcome applications from residents who:

• Care about strengthening community in New Westminster

• Have an interest in arts, culture, equity, social initiatives, or community development

• Bring diverse lived experience and perspectives

• Are able to review materials thoughtfully and contribute respectfully to group discussion

Previous experience on committees or boards is helpful but not required.

Learn more and apply

For more information about the individual committees, please review their Terms of Reference. Applications to join must be submitted by Sunday, March 22, 2026. The Terms of Reference, application instructions, and application form can be found here: 

Advisory Groups

For questions about the committees or the application process, please contact the Community Grants Coordinator at 778-789-7514 or at .

Why Community Grants Matter

The City’s Community Grants Program provides financial support to local non-profits, organizations, and community groups delivering programs, events, and initiatives in New Westminster.

These grants help:

• Enhance community livability

• Strengthen social equity and inclusion

• Support arts, culture, and cultural celebration

• Foster belonging and connection

• Encourage community-led solutions to local challenges

From neighbourhood events and cultural festivals to programs that support equity-seeking communities, grant funding helps bring local ideas to life and ensures community members have opportunities to connect, participate, and thrive.

The Grant Advisory Committees play a key role in this process. By bringing community perspectives into funding decisions, committee members help ensure that public funds are distributed thoughtfully, transparently, and in alignment with the City’s priorities.

Serving on a committee is not only an opportunity to give back, it is also a chance to help shape the programs and initiatives that contribute to a vibrant, inclusive New Westminster.