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The Township of Brock will be piloting new summer hours to better serve the residents in the Township. Starting June 5, 2023 until September 1, 2023 the municipal office in Cannington will be extending our hours to 8 a.m.- 5 p.m. Our aim with these new hours is to provide more flexibility to provide important municipal services to the residents of Brock Township
The emergency line is 1-877-559-4887
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Share Your Thoughts and Opinions on our Parks, Trails and Municipal Recreation Facilities
The Township of Brock Parks, Recreation and Culture Master Plan Household Survey is now available. Please share your thoughts and ideas on municipal indoor and outdoor recreation facilities, parks and trails, and the provision of programs / events for residents and visitors. Help us in shaping the future of Brock Township by taking our survey at www.letstalkbrock.ca
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Have your say about backyard chickens
with our survey!
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The Council of the Township of Brock wants to hear your feedback on the possibility of permitting chickens to be kept in back yards in urban areas.
The municipality's current By-law's prohibits residents in urban residential areas from keeping backyard chickens. Currently the bylaw states that only properties deemed rural may keep backyard chickens.
If changed, the by-law's could allow backyard chickens on smaller lots in the urban residential areas (Beaverton, Cannington, Sunderland), as well as hamlets.
It is anticipated that Township staff will bring forward a report to Council for consideration in 2023, detailing the results of the public consultation and recommendations as to whether or not to advance the issue. Should Council direct staff to proceed with permitting backyard chickens in urban areas, additional consultation and public education would follow.
The issue of backyard or urban chickens has been considered by many other municipalities with varying results. Some municipalities choose not to permit chickens in urban residential areas, others have implemented pilot projects, while others have permitted hen keeping while imposing a variety of different restrictions. The Township is currently reviewing the possibility of a pilot project to permit the keeping of chickens in residential areas for the personal consumption of eggs.
Please Note:
The Township of Brock is currently in the data-gathering stage; the Township will not proceed with any decision to implement a pilot project until the risks of Avian Flu have passed.
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Brock's Weekly Beach Report
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Throughout the summer, Durham Region Health Department tests waters at public beaches as part of its beach monitoring program.
Tests carried out at all Durham Region beaches include testing water samples for high levels of bacteria to let beach visitors know which beaches are safe for swimming.
Unless otherwise indicated, results reflect routine, weekly monitoring conducted by Health Department staff.
This information is updated weekly Here
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Canada Day Fireworks
Residents are ONLY permitted to discharge fireworks between dusk and 12 a.m. the day before and Canada Day. for more information on the Fireworks By-law 3119-2022 click Here
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Short Term Rental
Accommodations in Brock
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Please keep in mind the following bylaw to make sure that everyone can enjoy the summer season and all that Brock has to offer. Click HERE for more information
Noise By-law 3118-2022
- In effect 24 hours a day greater restrictions between 9 p.m.-8 a.m.
- Fines range from $350-$10,000
Burn By-law 3120-2022
- All open fires require a burn permit.
- Guests of a property must obtain a permit and have the property owner's permission.
Fireworks By-Law 3119-2022
- Discharging of fireworks is ONLY permitted between dusk and 12 a.m. on the days before and on Victoria Day and Canada Day.
- Fines range from $350-$10,000.
Traffic By-law 257-88-PP
- Parking on all municipal roadways is limited to 3 hours.
- Overnight parking not permitted on municipal roadways.
Public Nuisance By-Law 3117-2022
- Including soliciting, loitering, order, yelling, fighting, excessive noise, and conduct that is disorderly or obnoxious.
- Fines range from $350-$10,000.
Garbage and Recycling service is provided by
Durham Region Visit www.durham.ca
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The Brock Business Toolkit is now live! Brock’s business toolkit has been developed to fulfil a need for a one-stop-shop for relevant, Township-specific, and up-to-date business resources that is more easily accessible to prospective investors, entrepreneurs and current business owners.
www.townshipofbrock.ca/businesstoolkit/
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Nominate a Brock Business Today! | |
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Each year, we recognize an organization, business or individual that has shown a concerted effort to improve accessibility through the Township of Brock.
To nominate a deserving Brock business, organization or individual for the Township of Brock Accessibility Award, please complete the nomination form. Ensure to include details of their efforts to improve accessibility and accessibility awareness and how the business/organization has gone above and beyond to make accessibility a critical factor in the community.
Visit www.townshipofbrock.ca/accessibilityaward
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Committee of Adjustments- June 20, 2023 7:00 p.m.
Committee of the Whole- June 26, 2023 3:00 p.m.
Council Meeting- June 26, 2023 6:00 p.m.
To view agendas or watch the livestream please visit the Council Calendar.
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Bruce is ready for adoption! |
This handsome big boy is approximately 1 - 2 years young, and looking for a nice quiet home to call his own! Bruce has lived most of his life outside, and can be quiet and reserved around new people. Once comfortable he loves a good head scratch and and lots of attention He is quite the king and needs to be the only cat in the household
A comfy barn home or single cat household are his ideal fits for a home. Bruce has been vaccinated, microchipped and neutered.
Please call the shelter 705-432-2884 if you are interested
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Lady Louise is looking for her new family | | |
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Lovely lady Louise is still looking for her forever home!
A quiet home with no other pets is an ideal place for this 4 year old sweetheart
Louise is spayed and vaccinated.
Please call the shelter 705-432-2884 if you would like to learn more!
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Current Burn Hazard Conditions | |
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All properties require a Burn Permit prior to having any agricultural, open air and/or recreation fires.
Agricultural Permit $62/year
Open Air Permit $21/year
Recreational Permit $21/year
Book your permit online here!
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Summer Day Camp Registration is now open!! | |
Are you looking for a fun way to stay active during your school break? The Township of Brock offers a variety of age appropriate day camp programs. These programs are available for children between the ages of 4-12. Our camps include new specialty programs, weekly themes, crafts, and a variety of activities for your child to enjoy! Click Here to register!
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The Return of
Summerfest 2023!!!
The Sunderland Lions Club is excited to
host their Annual Summerfest!
June 24, 2023
6 on 6 CO ED Beach Volleyball,
Live Music and Beer Garden!
Register your team today. Final Deadline is June 22, 2023
Round Robin Format (top seeds move on to Play-downs) 3 Game Guarantee. Prizes for top 4 finalists.
Click here for more information and how to register
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Whitby, Ontario – The Regional Municipality of Durham, in co-operation with the City of Pickering, Town of Whitby, and townships of Scugog and Uxbridge, is rehabilitating Lake Ridge Road (Regional Road 23). The Chalk Lake Springs are temporarily closed during this construction.
When: Access to the springs is expected to reopen towards the end of July once construction is substantially completed in the area of Chalk Lake Road.
Where: Chalk Lake Springs on Lake Ridge Road in the Township of Uxbridge.
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Calling Agricultural Business Operators to Participate in the Durham Region Business Count | |
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Agriculture plays an important role in Durham Region’s economy. Local farmers and agri-businesses can help the Region learn more about Durham’s agriculture industry and businesses by participating in the Business Count.
Due to the risk of spreading avian flu between poultry operations in Ontario, Business Count Surveyors are not visiting farms in person.
Visit durham.ca/BusinessCount to learn more and complete the survey online.
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Comment Deadline Extended: New Provincial Planning Statement (Bill 97) | |
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On April 6, 2023, the province released Bill 97 (Helping Homebuyers, Protecting Tenants Act, 2023) as well as a proposed new Provincial Planning Statement to replace the existing Provincial Policy Statement and Growth Plan. The proposed changes under Bill 97 represent a major shift in the land use planning regime in Ontario, especially in the Greater Golden Horseshoe.
Following significant feedback from the agri-food community and other partners, the deadline to provide comments on Bill 97 has recently been extended to August 4. Learn more and provide comments by vising the related ERO posting.
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Durham Regional Council adopts new Official Plan | |
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Durham Regional Council adopted The Regional Municipality of Durham’s new Regional Official Plan (ROP), as amended, on May 17. The new ROP is the culmination of work completed through the Municipal Comprehensive Review of Durham’s existing ROP— Envision Durham.
The adopted ROP provides policies and strategic directions that guide future growth, infrastructure and service delivery, land use planning and development related matters to ensure an improved quality of life—to secure health, safety, convenience, and well-being of present and future residents of Durham.
The adopted ROP and background materials are available at durham.ca/EnvisionDurham. The adopted ROP will also be available for viewing at the public front counter of Durham Regional Headquarters (605 Rossland Road East, Whitby) Monday to Friday from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
The adopted ROP will now be forwarded to the Province for approval.
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Learn more about Funding Opportunities | |
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There are a number of incentives for businesses looking to start, relocate or expand in Durham Region. These municipal, provincial and federal incentives can help your business save on research and development, labour and expansion costs.
Learn more at InvestDurham.ca/Incentives.
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Grow Ontario Market Initiative | |
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The Grow Ontario Market Initiative provides funding to farmers, processors and industry organizations to develop and expand domestic and export opportunities through marketing analysis and planning, new product development and marketing activities.
The intake opened on May 19 and will remain open until all funds are committed.
Learn more
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For information and referral to government, health, community and social services,
contact 211.
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Community, government and social services are here for Canadians.
The 211 helpline is the easiest way to find the right services to help you.
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