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The Regional Municipality of Wood Buffalo is committed to inclusion, diversity and equity. As part of its mission, the Municipality aims to create a welcoming community, serving the needs of an increasingly diverse population.

Regional Advisory Committee on Inclusion, Diversity and Equity (RACIDE) consists of community members who are passionate about diversity and inclusion. Members who work with the Wood Buffalo community to develop actions plans and initiatives that help create a more welcoming and inclusive community for all.

Responsibilities:
• Foster and promote awareness of issues of inclusion, diversity and equality in the Regional Municipality of Wood Buffalo.
• Advise, promote and foster the development of policies, programs and activities directed towards inclusion, diversity and equity.
• Explore and recommend strategies to encourage proactive responses regarding issues of inclusion, diversity and equity in alignment with being an inclusive and welcoming community.
• Develop strategies to remove barriers and address issues of inclusion, diversity and equity in the Regional Municipality of Wood Buffalo.
• Advise and report to Council on an annual basis or as needed based on circumstances.

Collection of Demographic Information: Demographic information is collected through the application process as Committees Bylaw No. 17/024 considers representation of equity-deserving groups for some boards and committees. By collecting this information, demographic information will enhance the recruitment and selection process to reduce barriers for equity-deserving groups.

Collection of Personal Information: The personal information you provide when applying for this board/committee is being collected under the authority of Section 33 (c) of the Alberta Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act. The personal information is used to determine your suitability for the board/committee and, if you're appointed, this information will be kept on file in the Legislative Services office during your term of appointment. If you have any questions about the collection and use of your personal information contact the Legislative Officer, 7th Floor Jubilee Centre, 9909 Franklin Ave T9H 2K4, or call 780-743-7001.

Term Limit: Two-year terms, limited to three consecutive terms, then one-year break.

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Board Information

The Committee establishes its own meeting schedule. Currently, meetings are held the third Wednesday of each month at 5:30 p.m.

Committees Bylaw No. 17/024

Name Position Term Start Term End Status Appointed By
Bandukda, Shehzad Member Public at Large 01 Jan 2023 31 Dec 2024 Expiring
Banjoko, Kg Member Public at Large 01 Jan 2024 31 Dec 2025 Active
Bowers, Mitchel Member Public at Large 01 Jan 2024 31 Dec 2025 Active
Bussieres, Lance Member Non Voting Councillor 23 Oct 2024 27 Oct 2025 Active
Choquet, Guy Member Public at Large 01 Jan 2024 31 Dec 2025 Active
Holloway, Amanda Member Public at Large 01 Jan 2024 31 Dec 2025 Active
Kachale, Curtis Member Public at Large 01 Jan 2024 31 Dec 2025 Active
Salari, Donya Member Public at Large 01 Jan 2023 31 Dec 2024 Expiring
Tatum, Chantelle Member Public at Large 01 Jan 2023 31 Dec 2024 Expiring
Bowman, Sandy Mayor Ex Officio 25 Oct 2023 21 Oct 2024 Expired

Meetings