Director of Finance/Treasurer Appointment Announcement |
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The Township of Brock is pleased to announce that Trena DeBruijn has joined our team as Director of Finance/Treasurer. Trena comes to us from The County of Peterborough where she was the Director of Finance/Treasurer for 7 years. Prior to that Trena worked for the Township of Scugog for 10 years as the Manager of Finance and subsequently as the Director of Finance/Treasurer.
Trena started work on Monday April 17th and we are excited that she brings a wealth of knowledge, experience, and energy to the position.
Welcome aboard Trena
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Grab your shovel and bring your containers to Sunderland for free compost. This is a self-serve event; quantities are first-come, first served, and limited to four blue boxes of compost per vehicle. Green bins, blue boxes & backyard composters will also be available for purchase, & broken bins can be exchanged for free. No Cash. Residents are encouraged to bring a non-perishable food item to be donated to a local food bank.
Saturday, May 6, 8 a.m.-noon
Sunderland Memorial Arena parking lot
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We Invite residents to participate in No Mow May by signing out a sign at the Municipal Office in Cannington and committing to not mowing the lawn until June 1.
Other Ways to Participate/What you can do after May?
Whether you can participate in No Mow May or not, you can help pollinators throughout the spring and summer by:
- Planting a pollinator garden. Choose a variety of native flowering plants, such as Asters, Bee Balm, Milkweed and Coneflowers, with varying bloom times that last from spring until fall in order to provide food sources all season long.
- Choose a section of your lawn that can remain uncut all summer long.
- Decrease mowing frequency throughout the mowing season. Let your lawn grow a little longer than normal, ideally mowing only once or twice per month.
- Mow at the highest setting. This allows low lying flowers to continue to grow and decreases re-flower time for those that are mown.
Come pick up your sign today!!
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Book your Civil Ceremony with
Brock Township!
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The Township of Brock offers Civil Marriage Solemnization and Marriage Licence/Ceremony Packages. Civil Marriage Ceremonies are for couples who do not wish to have a religious wedding ceremony and will be performed in The Municipal Administration Building Monday-Friday 9:00 a.m. - 4:00p.m. by appointment only.
Click Here for you information
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Funding Applications For Charity Golf
Tournament - Second Intake
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Community organizations are invited to submit Applications for funding from the Charity Golf Tournament. Visit www.townshipofbrock.ca for further information and to complete the application.
Applications should include details regarding estimated costs, other fund-raising efforts, expected completion dates and the expected benefits for the youth and the community.
All applications for funding must adhere to the following criteria:
- Youth-oriented projects only
- Completed by a local non-profit organization or group within or serving the residents of the Township of Brock
- An innovative project that promotes the health, wellness and physical activity of our youth; general operating costs are excluded
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Projects will only be funded to a maximum of 50% - other fund-raising efforts for the remainder of your project will be required
- No project will be awarded more than $2,500 from the annual golf tournament proceeds
- Proof of expenditure must be provided upon completion of the project
- The project should be completed within 18 months of the funds being awarded (extensions will be considered with reasonable explanation)
Given that the proceeds may fluctuate from year to year, not all projects will be able to be funded. The Township shall at its sole discretion approve the applications.
Deadline for submissions: April 30, 2023 4:00 p.m.
Applications received after this date should be resubmitted for funding consideration from the proceeds of the next year’s tournament.
For further information, please contact Crystal Doucette at the Municipal Administration Building, 1 Cameron Street East, Cannington or by telephone at (705) 432-2355 ext. 226.
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Committee of the Whole - April 24, 2023 3:00 p.m.
Council - April 24, 2023 6:00 p.m.
Committee of the Whole May 8, 2023 10:00 a.m.
Committee of Adjustments May 16, 2023 7:00 p.m.
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2023 Spring Half Load Restrictions |
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Reduced load restrictions, “Half Loads” are in effect on Township roads. For additional information please contact the Public Works Department.
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Plant Trees for Less with LEAF
LEAF (Local Enhancement and Appreciation of Forests) offers a selection of over 50 native trees and shrubs that Brock Township residents can get for less! Through this subsidized program, you’ll enjoy expert advice from a certified arborist, high quality native trees and shrubs and full-service planting or delivery to your door! Private properties with adequate planting space qualify, including, backyards, multi-units and businesses. Fall is a great time to plant trees, so book your consultation today! Learn more and apply: [www.yourleaf.org].
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Bruce is ready for adoption! |
This handsome big boy is approximately 1-2years 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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Spot and Biggie are looking for forever homes |
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These two Maremma/Pyrenees boys are approximately 2-3 years young and came to the shelter as strays that were never claimed. We are hoping to find them a home on a farm or with lots of property, as it is clear that they were livestock guardian dogs prior to coming here.
They are both good with people, but can be nervous at first. They do not have experience on a leash. Both are neutered, vaccinated and microchipped.
If you have experience with the breed and are interested in these guys please call the shelter 705-432-2884
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All properties require a burn permit prior to having any agricultural, open air and/or recreation fires.
Agricultural Permit $21/year
Open Air Permit $21/year
Recreational Permit $62/year
Book your permit online here!
Please note that all burn restriction notices will be available on our website
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Recreation and Tourism News |
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Summer Day Camp Registration is now open!! |
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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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Spring Fitness Registration is now open!
We are trying a new format for our Spring classes, and registration will be required for the full session of classes, rather than offering drop ins. If this format works, we will look to expand to offer both full course registration and drop in options in the fall. Click Here to register!
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Join us for an exciting day of history and community at Brock Township's Jane's Walk 2023 in Sunderland on May 6th!
In partnership with the Sunderland and District Historical Society, this jam-packed event promises an unforgettable experience, with tours of iconic sites like the Fire Hall, Nipissing Hotel, Town Hall, Co-op, and more. Get ready to immerse yourself in the town's rich heritage, meet new friends, and honor the inspiring legacy of Jane Jacobs, a champion of community building.
Don't miss out on this thrilling event - mark your calendars and join us for a day of discovery and camaraderie in Sunderland!
The historical society is trying to gauge the numbers for this event. Please register for the free tickets through this link on Eventbrite:
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Whitby, Ontario – The Regional Municipality of Durham is advising residents of a road closure on Thorah Concession Road 5 in the Township of Brock.
When: The closure is from April 3 to June 30. The entire construction project is anticipated to be completed by mid-July. Unfavourable weather conditions may influence the work schedule.
Where: Thorah Concession Road 5, from Cedar Beach Road to Murray Street, in the Township of Brock.
Why: To safely install a watermain.
Note: The Region realizes that the work may be disruptive and will make every effort to complete the work as quickly and efficiently as possible. Drivers are asked to exercise caution for the safety of pedestrians, cyclists and work crews.
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Health Department monitoring local area for potential avian influenza in wild birds |
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Whitby, Ontario - Durham Region Health Department is currently monitoring recent reports of dead birds that have been found in the Uxbridge area for potential avian influenza. In addition to reports from Uxbridge, the Health Department is also aware of other multiple dead bird sightings in other jurisdictions throughout the greater Toronto area.
“As it is currently migratory season for many bird species, residents may notice higher than usual sightings of birds that are sick or in distress, or birds that are found dead,” explained Dr. Pepi McTavish, Durham Region Associate Medical Officer of Health. “The Health Department is also closely monitoring this situation locally to determine if any of the dead or sick birds that have recently been found may be infected with avian influenza.”
According to Health Canada, signs that birds may be infected with avian influenza include:
- lack of energy or movement
- nervousness, tremors or lack of coordination
- swelling around the head, neck and eyes
- coughing, gasping for air or sneezing
- diarrhea
- sudden death
Residents who find dead birds on their private property are advised to bury or double bag birds and dispose of all carcasses in the garbage. The Public Health Agency of Canada recommends wearing gloves when handling wild bird carcasses and avoiding contact with blood, body fluids and feces. Hands should be washed thoroughly with soap and warm water or use hand sanitizer. Dead birds found on municipal property can be reported to the local municipality for pick-up.
Dead or sick bird sightings can also be reported to the Canadian Wildlife Health Cooperative using their online reporting tool at https://cwhc.wildlifesubmissions.org/#/ or by calling 1-866-673-4781.
Pet owners are recommended to keep cats indoors and dogs on a leash to prevent contact with sick or dead wild birds as well as wild bird feces and should not feed pets any raw meat from wild birds or poultry. Pet owners can also consult with their veterinarian for more information on avian influenza in dogs and other pets.
Residents with bird feeders in their yards are urged to remove feeders from areas that are open to poultry and other domestic animals. Additionally, if you provide care for poultry, it is important to prevent and eliminate contact between wild birds and poultry by removing outdoor sources of food, water, and shelter that may attract wild birds.
For more information about avian influenza, visit durham.ca/AvianInfluenza or call the Durham Health Connection Line at 905-668-2020 or 1-800-841-2729.
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Whitby, Ontario – To better serve the community, The Region of Durham, in collaboration with the Social Research Centre at Ontario Tech University, want to know more about residents’ understanding of nuclear emergency preparedness.
Why: The Region of Durham co-ordinates regional emergency responses, maintains the nuclear public alerting system, and leads various emergency preparedness drills and exercises. This year’s survey will help determine how much residents know about general and nuclear emergency preparedness. The information gathered from the survey directly assists and influences planning and public education initiatives. Durham is committed to making sure residents are informed and ready in the event of an emergency.
Residents who participated in previous years’ surveys are encouraged to take part this year once again. The survey is open to all Durham residents 18-years and older. To help ensure the best quality data, Durham Emergency Management is seeking a diverse range and large number of participants from all Durham Region municipalities. Participants who complete the survey can enter to win an emergency preparedness kit. For more information and to complete the survey please visit bit.ly/nuclearpreparedness2023.
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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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