Toronto Seniors' Forum
The Toronto Seniors' Forum (TSF) was established to "give a voice to seniors not often heard". Forum members work to ensure the City of Toronto meets its commitment to provide services equitably to all senior residents and to become an age-friendly city for all. The Toronto Seniors' Forum facilitates engagement between the City and older Torontonians and reflects the diverse geographic and socio-economic aspects of seniors in Toronto. TSF members provide input to City staff and Members of City Council on issues that affect older Torontonians through advocacy, ambassadorship, and advice to City Divisions and Agencies as they develop policies affecting seniors.
The Toronto Seniors' Forum is a program advisory body that advises the Social Development, Finance and Administration division.
Responsibilities
Committee Size and Composition
Membership of the committee in the Toronto Seniors’ Forum shall be comprised of geographic areas of Toronto and reflect the LGBTQ and ethno-cultural and linguistic diversity of the city and shall reflect voices of seniors less often heard. There shall be a total membership of no more than 29 members including the Chair(s) of the Work Groups.
Term of Office
TSF Members will serve a maximum of two terms not exceeding two years each. Members wishing to continue after the end of their second two-year term may reapply after at least one year absence from TSF membership.
Qualifications
Time Commitment and Meetings
The Toronto Seniors' Forum meets once a month and the time commitment expected of members is at least 12 hours per month. Additionally, each TSF Member must participate in at least one issue based work group and be willing to provide administrative support when needed to sustain the work group.
Remuneration
Membership is voluntary and a public service. Members will not be remunerated or receive an honorarium.
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Membership
The current and historical Appointments for this body.
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Information
Contact Information
City Clerk's Office
12th floor, West Tower, City Hall
100 Queen Street West
Toronto, ON M5H 2N2
email: appoint@toronto.ca
phone: 416-397-0088