We are looking for community volunteers to join the Arnprior & Area Primary Care Recruitment & Retention Committee. Committee members work together to help recruit and retain family physicians, nurse practitioners, and other primary care professionals who serve our growing community.

About the Role

Community members play an important role by contributing ideas, sharing local knowledge, building community connections, and supporting initiatives that make our area an attractive place for health care professionals to live and work.

Responsibilities

Committee members may:

- Participate in developing recruitment and retention strategies.
- Promote the Arnprior area as a welcoming community for health care professionals and their families.
- Assist with community outreach, networking, and marketing initiatives.
- Support partnerships with health care organizations, educational institutions, businesses, and community groups.
- Participate in recruitment events and help welcome prospective candidates during community visits.
- Contribute to fundraising initiatives and community awareness activities.
- Share professional expertise and community perspectives to support committee decision-making.

Who Should Apply?

We welcome applicants from a wide range of backgrounds. We are particularly interested in individuals with experience or interest in:

- Community leadership
- Business or industry
- Marketing or communications
- Recruitment or human resources
- Health care or education
- Project management
- Fundraising
- Community service or volunteer leadership

Most importantly, we're looking for people who are enthusiastic about strengthening access to local health care.

Time Commitment





- Up to 12 committee meetings per year (monthly).
- Occasional participation in recruitment events, fundraising activities, or working groups.
- Three year volunteer term with the chance for reappointment (maximum six consecutive years).

Why Volunteer?

As a committee member, you will:

- Help improve access to primary health care for residents of Arnprior and the surrounding communities.
- Work alongside local physicians, municipal leaders, health care organizations, and fellow community volunteers.
- Share your skills and experience to make a meaningful difference.
- Help shape the future of health care in our community.

Interested in a Leadership Role?

The Committee is also seeking a Committee Chair. In addition to serving as a committee member, the Chair takes on additional leadership responsibilities, including:

- Lead and facilitate committee meetings and help foster productive discussion.
- Work with the Primary Care Recruitment Coordinator to develop meeting agendas and guide committee priorities.
- Represent the committee as its spokesperson with community partners and stakeholders.

The Chair also supports strategic planning, fundraising, and recruitment initiatives. The Chair is elected by the committee for a two year term.

If you are also interested in being considered for the Committee Chair position, please indicate this in your application.

How to Apply

Community members are selected through a nominations process as vacancies arise. We encourage individuals with diverse backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives to apply by submitting a statement of interest, resume, and relevant experience to [email protected] by August 21, 2026.

Work Location: Hybrid remote in Arnprior, ON K7S 2P6

📌 Volunteer position: Arnprior & Area Primary Care Recruitment Committee: Community Members (Canada)
🏢 Arnprior and District Family Health Team
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