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2017 Township of Brock Accessibility Award
Reminder that nominations are being accepted for the 2017 Township of Brock Accessibility
Award. This award is presented once a year to a business or organization in the Township that has shown a concerted effort to improve accessibility. To submit a nomination please fill out the online form by May 31, 2017.
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Spring Reminders from the Fire Department
Spring has arrived! The Brock Township Fire Department would like to remind residents of the Burn By-law regulations.
- Burning is NOT permitted in the urban areas of Beaverton Cannington or Sunderland, the hamlets of Gamebridge, Port Bolster, Wilfrid, Manilla or Property Zoned Rural Residential (RR) or front on the Pines Lane.
- Residents living in an area where burning is permitted, make sure you know, understand and adhere to all Burn By-Law Regulations.
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Celebrate Canada 150
The 150th Celebration continues! Check out the full list of celebrations happening nationwide.
This month's featured event is Sharing Dance Day. Learn the choreography, host an event and register to dance! Signature Official Events are being held nationwide!
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- continue to support existing tourism-related business and determine other ways that these existing businesses can be support more effectively;
- determine how to capitalize on Brock's best tourism assets;
- grow the tourism industry in Brock by attracting new business and visitors; and create a sustainable tourism sector in Brock.
Fore more information or if you are interested in participating in the BR+E project as a business or volunteer interviewer, please contact the BR+E Co-ordinator, Stacey Jibb, by email at
stacey.jibb@durham.ca, or call 289-404-1765.
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Public Works Department News
- Early Bird Deadline - Savings of $10 per child per session if registered by May 31, 2017.
- Regular Rate - As of June 1, 2017 Day Camp will increase in prices to its regular rate.
Spring Fitness Schedule - Lots of fitness classes available to help you stay active! Details, costs and information on the classes are available at
townshipofbrock.ca
Roller Disco Kick Off - Roller Disco is back this year and will kick off Friday May 5th at the Sunderland Memorial Arena. Admission is only $3.00 and will continue throughout the season on a
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Trail Run & Ride
The Beaver River Trail Run & Ride is an annual event for Brock Township and will be held on May 27 & 28, 2017.
The Saturday will feature the run with categories for
every level and ability, and the Sunday will feature the ride offering something for every level and ability. The Beaver River Trail Run and Ride will begin at the Rick MacLeish Memorial Community Centre and travel south towards Sunderland.
For more information visit www.townshipofbrock.ca/brtr
Wellness Expo
- The Township of Brock is looking for vendors interested in participating in a Wellness Expo during the month of June at one of our local arenas. Vendor booths are available for purchase for those interested in providing information related to health, wellness, fitness etc. If you require further information, please contact
our Recreation and Leisure Coordinator Alicia Bagshaw, abagshaw@townshipofbrock.ca / 705-432-2355 ext. 243
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April 24, 10:00 a.m. - Planning, Protection to Persons & Property and Administration & Personnel
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May 1, 10:00 a.m. - Council & Finance
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May 8, 10:00 a.m. - Public Works and Parks & Recreation
- May 15, 10:00 a.m. - Planning, Protection to Persons & Property and Administration & Personnel
All meetings are held in Council Chambers at 1 Cameron Street East, Cannington, and are open to the public.
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Canada 150 Photo Contest - " I Love My Community"
Celebrate Canada's 150th Birthday and our amazing Community! Upload a photo taken by you that represents the beauty and wonder of our community and you will automatically be entered for a chance to win! There are two age categories: Under 13 and 13 and over.
Submit your photo today! Winning submissions will be featured on the Township of Brock website and in the
Brock Citizen.
Congratulations to the March Photo of the Month Winners:
- 13 years of age and over: Osprey Returning to Brock submitted by Pat Rose (featured above)
- Under 13 years of age: Serenity submitted by Serenity Kortko
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Red Welcome Wagon Visits
The Township of Brock Council and Brock Economic Development Advisory Committee (BEDAC)
continue to welcome new business owners to Brock through the Red Welcome Wagon Program. On Thursday March 23, 2017
Mayor John Grant, Regional Councillor W.E. Ted Smith,
Ward 2 Councillor Cyndi Schaffer, Ward 4 Councillor Therese Miller, Brock Board of Trade (BBOT) President Ros
sie Baillie, BEDAC Chair Cria Pettingill and Planning/Economic Development Co-ordinator Eric Simpson welcomed the new business owners of Callaghan's Corner Inc., Nourish You Holistic Health Centre, and Three Twins Family Restaurant in Beaverton. Residents and non-residents who start a business or are new business owners in Brock or business owners who expand an existing business into Brock are eligible to receive a Red Welcome Wagon visit. To obtain more information, or to schedule a visit; please visit: townshipofbrock.ca/redwelcomewagon.
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April 22nd from 9:00 a.m. to Noon at the Rick MacLeish Memorial Community Centre
- Free Compost - residents may fill up to 4 blue boxes with compost. Green bins, blue boxes and backyard composters will be available for sale (Cash only). Damaged Blue Boxes and Green bins may also be exchanged for new ones, free of charge.
- Recycle Your Electronic Waste - Keep electrnics out of the waste stream. Bring your end of life electronics such as MP3 Players, Cameras, Telephones, TVs, Radios and DVD Players, for free recycling.
- Drop off your Household Hazardous Waste Collection - Antifreeze, batteries, brake fluid, motor oil, herbicides, insecticides and propane tanks. You can also pick up a FREE gallon of recycled paint when you drop off HHW (limit one per vehicle) courtesy of Photech Environmental.
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Save the Date! Official Celebration of the Beaver Trail Extension Rehabilitation
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Upcoming Community Events
East Lake Simcoe Quilters Guild Show, Tea & Sale
Saturday April 22, 2017, 10:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Trinity United Church - Cannington
Sunday April 23, 2017, 1:00 - 5:00 p.m.
Manila Community Hall
Tuesday April 25, 2017, 7:30 - 9:30 a.m.
Sunderland
Memorial Arena
Seedy Saturday
Saturday April 29, 2017, 9:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.
Wilfrid Hall
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This document is available in an accessible format upon request.
Please contact the Clerk's Department at 705-432-2355.
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