We are looking for:

• Two elected members

• Unlimited affiliate members
  

Committee Structure

Appointed JFA committee members: Out of the 10 total committee members, a minimum of 5 members are appointed each year. Appointed members representing an organization may be volunteer or paid. Members are appointed each year by March 15 from the below three organization

Elected JFA committee members: Up to 5 elected members may also apply to join the Jasper Food Alliance Committee. Individual residents as well as representatives of a local business, agency or organization are welcome to apply to join. There can be a maximum of 2 representatives from any one organization, business or agency at any one time. Applications for additional committee member positions are solicited annually in January, received in February and up to 5 members are able to join by the spring meeting. Members can also apply to join throughout the year.

Affiliate members: The Jasper Food Alliance also welcomes affiliate members – those who are welcome to attend JFA committee meetings but do not vote on decisions, and who play a vital role in advancing food security in Jasper. Affiliate members receive a monthly update from the Jasper Food Alliance Committee. They may ask to be added to or removed from the JFA Committee’s distribution list at any time.

Please send an email to Jenna McGrath jmcgrath@jasper-alberta.ca and let us know the following:

• What type of membership you would like to apply for

• What service area you work in/ represent

• Why are you interested in being part of the alliance

We will get back to you about your interest as soon as possible.

Thank you for your interest in food security in Jasper.