Speak Before Council, Committee or Transit Executive Committee
All Standing Committee, Committee of the Whole, Transit Executive Committee and Council meetings will be held in a hybrid meeting format with electronic and in-person participation. Delegations may participate in the meeting remotely or in-person. Once you register, you will be provided with instructions.
Individuals may view the Council or Committee meeting via live streaming.
Individuals are also encouraged to speak with Regional staff or to submit written correspondence to Regional Council or a Committee if you have an idea or concern you want to share. Written correspondence can be submitted to the Legislative Services Division.
Register as a Delegation
If you would like to register as a delegation please complete our delegation request form:
Note: Individuals must appear before the Committee responsible for the matter. Delegations will only be heard at Regional Council for matters that are put forward directly to Regional Council without first being considered by a Committee.
Submission Deadline:
- 12PM (noon) on Wednesday the week prior to the meeting
If you miss the deadline and the subject matter you wish to speak to is included on the Committee agenda, you may be added to an addendum for the meeting if your request is received by 12PM (noon the day before the meeting).
Please be advised that your name and address will become part of the public record and may be posted on the Region's website as part of the meeting minutes.
For more information about appearing as a delegation, view the Council Procedural By-law.
Additional Information and Tips for Delegates
Committees and Meeting Schedules |
View our Committees page for information on our various Committees. For a schedule of upcoming meetings, view our Council and Committee Meeting Calendar. |
Time Limits |
Delegates can speak for up to five minutes. You should be prepared to answer questions. Committee and Council members will have the chance to ask questions after your delegation. |
Electronic Presentations |
If you want to use an electronic presentation, email us a copy by 4:00 PM prior to the meeting day so that we can load it onto our audio-visual equipment. If you submit your presentation late, it might not be available for the meeting. Please number your pages/slides to make it easier for the members of Council to reference during question period. Remember, you want to use your time effectively. |
Written copy of delegation |
Before the Committee meeting, please email us a written copy of your delegation. |
Collection, use and disclosure of personal information |
Written information (either paper or electronic) that you send to Durham Regional Council or Committees, including home address, phone numbers and email addresses, will become part of the public record. This also includes what you say at meetings. If you have any questions about the collection of information, contact the Regional Clerk and Director of Legislative Services. |
Meetings are a public process |
We live stream Standing Committee, Committee of the Whole, Durham Regional Council and Transit Executive Committee meetings. Anything you submit, including pictures, presentations or written submissions, will become part of the public agenda. Media might also be at meetings. |
Participating in the meeting virtually |
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