Accessibility Advisory Committee

The York Region Accessibility Advisory Committee (YRAAC) advises Regional Council and York Regional Police on how to make it easier for people with disabilities to use York Region programs, services and facilities.

The majority of committee members are people with disabilities, as required under the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, 2005.

Review the Terms of Reference.

We are currently accepting applications!

York Region is actively seeking six new resident members to serve on the York Region Accessibility Advisory Committee for the 2027 to 2030 term. This important volunteer opportunity is available to York Region residents at least 18 years old or individuals who represent organizations that provide services to York Region residents with disabilities.

Learn more about eligibility and complete your application by downloading the Application Package.

Applications will be accepted until September 25, 2026.
 

2023 to 2026 York Region Accessibility Advisory Committee Members

Members of York Regional Council

  • Eric Jolliffe, Chairman and Chief Executive Officer, The Regional Municipality of York (Ex-officio)
  • Tom Vegh, Deputy Mayor, Town of Newmarket (YRAAC Chair)
  • Naomi Davison, Regional Councillor, Town of Georgina
  • Alan Ho, Regional Councillor, City of Markham

Community Members

  • Ahsan Musavi
  • Beverley Barra-Berger
  • Bryan Keshen
  • Cheryl Davies
  • Karla Malsi
  • Kathleen Kedzierski
  • Lilian Hulme-Smith
  • Lindsey Gold
  • Robert DiGiovanni
  • Scott Wollin
  • Steve Foglia
  • Vito Spatafora
Accessibility Advisory Committee Meeting Schedule

All meetings are being held virtually until further notice. You can watch the live stream of the meetings on the Council and Committee Live Streaming page, during the following meeting times:

  • Meeting 1: Wednesday, February 18, 2026, 4 p.m. to 6 p.m.
  • Meeting 2: Wednesday, April 22, 2026, 4 p.m. to 6 p.m.
  • Meeting 3: Wednesday, June 17, 2026, 4 p.m. to 6 p.m.
  • Meeting 4: Wednesday, September 23, 2026, 4 p.m. to 6 p.m.

For more information or to be included on a YRAAC agenda, please contact @email