Serve Your Community - Become a Member of the Grande Prairie Public Library Board
The City of Grande Prairie invites you to serve on the Grande Prairie Public Library Board as a Public Member. There will be 4 vacancies beginning January 1, 2027. Please click here to apply.
Grande Prairie Public Library Website
Jurisdiction
Grande Prairie Library Board Bylaw C-1364
Mandate
The role of the Board is to manage and control the City of Grande Prairie Library and organizes, promotes and maintains comprehensive and efficient library services in the City.
Membership
The Board shall consist of ten (10) members appointed by Council, eight (8) Public Members, one (1) City Councillor and one (1) member from the County of Grande Prairie.
Term
Public Member positions are held for a term of three years. Members are eligible for reappointment to a maximum of three consecutive terms.
Meeting Time
Meetings are held monthly with a minimum of ten (10) meetings held each year.
Remuneration
NIL. This is a volunteer position.
Skills, abilities, and experience
- Knowledge and skills in the areas of policy and program development, personnel management, finance and budget preparation or advocacy
- Knowledge or skills in fundraising
- Board or Committee member experience and parliamentary procedure
- Ability to work in a team environment
- Ability to speak in public and communicate effectively
- Passion for literacy
- Ability to be flexible, adaptable, committed and enthusiastic
- Board Beginner Information
How to Apply
Please click here to apply. Applications will be accepted until November 27, 2026.
For further information
Contact the Council Committee Coordinator at avanbeekveld@cityofgp.com or 780-357-8747.