Finance and Audit Committee assists Kentville Town Council in fulfilling its financial management due diligence, fiduciary responsibilities, financial reporting duties, and oversees audit responsibilities to approve, monitor, evaluate and provide advice on matters affecting the external audit, internal controls, risk management, financial reporting and accounting controls and practices of the Town of Kentville.

The Committee promotes a transparent environment for the management of public funds and exercises a high level of accountability. The Committee annually carries out a detailed review of the financial statements with the auditor and acts for Council in a financial oversight role. The primary purpose of the Finance and Audit Committee is to engage, liaise, and oversee the work of the external auditor.

Learn more about the Finance and Audit Committee: https://kentville.ca/town-hall/committees-and-commissions/finance-and-audit-committee

The Planning Advisory Committee (PAC) was established in 2025 and provides advice and recommendations to Council on matters related to land use planning, development policies, and long-term strategic growth.

Learn more about the PAC: https://kentville.ca/town-hall/committees-and-commissions/planning-advisory-committee 

The advisory group for the Kentville Police Service, the Police Commission works to help strengthen and improve the Police Service. The commission meets 11 times per year to discuss emerging issues, equipment, and personnel. Members on this board include two members of Town Council, two members from the community, and a representative from the provincial Department of Justice.  

The Town of Kentville's Inclusion, Diversity, Equity and Accessibility (I.D.E.A.) Committee provides meaningful and impactful advice to the Town of Kentville related to inclusion, diversity, equity and accessibility. This committee can review, assess, and make recommendations to the Town of Kentville regarding current operations specifically, and the overall community more generally, looking for opportunities where the Town of Kentville, businesses, and community groups can become more inclusive, diverse, equitable and accessible. 

Learn more about the IDEA committee: https://kentville.ca/town-hall/committees-and-commissions/IDEA-committee