Application Information

Office of the City Clerk is seeking six (6) representatives to join the newly established St. John’s Local Immigration Partnership (SJLIP) Partnership Council. These representatives will play a vital role in ensuring that diverse perspectives inform the Council’s strategic direction and contribute meaningfully to newcomer settlement and integration efforts in our region.

Representatives from organization or individuals will support the following demographics and sectors:
  • 2SLGBTQI+
  • Anti-Racism
  • Woman-focused organizations
  • Cultural and ethnocultural associations
  • Entrepreneurship and innovation hubs
  • Health and wellness organizations
The closing date is Sunday, December 7, 2025

Background Information

The SJLIP is a community-based initiative supported by Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC). Its mandate is to strengthen partnerships and collaboration across sectors to improve settlement and integration outcomes for newcomers. To advance this work, the Partnership Council will act as an advisory body, providing guidance on strategic priorities, ensuring diverse perspectives are represented, and helping align local efforts with broader regional and national strategies.

Eligibility

Appointments to City of St. John’s advisory committee’s will be made providing adherence with the following eligibility requirements:

1. Preference will be given to residents of St. John’s. Exceptions may be made by the selecting body.
2. Organizational representatives must be based in or serve/do business within the City of St. John’s.
3. Organizational representatives are not required to be residents of St. John’s.

Commitment to Equity and Inclusiveness

The City of St. John’s is strongly committed to equity and inclusiveness. In selecting advisory committee members, the City will aim to design processes that are transparent, accessible, free of discrimination and to seek to remove barriers.

A paper copy of this survey can be provided. Please contact cityclerk@stjohns.ca to request.
Selection Information

In addition to eligibility requirements, the specific skills and experiences of an applicant will be important factors in Committee selection. While all residents who meet the Eligibility Requirements are encouraged to apply, those who have demonstrated experience with groups or initiatives that have goals consistent with the Committee, as outlined in its Terms of Reference, will be given preference.
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