Mayor's Youth Advisory Council seeking new members
Monday, November 4, 2024
The Mayor's Youth Advisory Council (MYAC) is looking for new members who are passionate about making a difference in Sault Ste. Marie.
MYAC provides a voice for youth, while advising City Council of important issues that concern the City's younger population. MYAC is composed of up to 12 youth from Sault Ste. Marie, and its members are enabled to contribute to the community through the Council. MYAC has an annual operating budget, and its members are responsible for allocating these funds through capital projects, the MYAC Leadership Scholarship and the Youth Fund, a micro-grant program that provides financial support to programs, activities and events that benefit youth in the community.
“The Mayor’s Youth Advisory Council is a great platform for youth to share their ideas, passion and vision for Sault Ste. Marie,” said Mayor Matthew Shoemaker. “We are excited to welcome new members who are eager to make a difference, and I encourage all interested young people to apply. This is a unique opportunity to actively contribute to the growth and development of our community, while gaining valuable leadership experience.”
To serve on the council, you must be between the ages of 14 to 24 and reside in/enrolled in secondary or post-secondary school in Sault Ste. Marie. Applicants under the age of 18 will need the consent of a parent or guardian to apply.
MYAC meetings will be held either virtually or in-person once a month in the evenings or after school. Youths interested in applying should expect a time commitment of between eight to 13 hours per month if they are selected for the council. For high school students, time spent on council activities can be used towards community service hours that are required to graduate.
The deadline to apply is November 22, 2024. The application form is available online at
saultstemarie.ca/MYAC.