December 16, 2023 | Issue 12

Each year, the Township of Brock undergoes a rigorous process to create an annual budget that provides the services and programs residents depend on each day.

One important part of this process is to hear from you, our community and learn more about the programs and services that matter most. What programs, services and infrastructure investments would you prioritize during this budget?

The answers you provide in this survey will help inform Township staff and Brock Council on the budget priorities that are important to you. They will also be considered as part of the development of the 2024 Budget.

Please take our short survey or email us at [email protected] and help us shape the 2024 Budget!

Maps and more information for these locations can he found HERE

December 11, 2023 Council Highlights

• Sloane’s House is a new paediatric respite and hospice care centre to be built in Durham Region at the northwest corner of Des Newmand Drive and Dundas St. W. in Whitby. For more information www.sloaneshouse.org. View their presentation to Council HERE
• The final Parks, Recreation and Culture Master Plan was presented to Council 
• Beaverton Lions Club presented their  2024 Major Projects proposal Council.

 If you wish to watch the Council Meeting from Dec 11, 2023 click HERE

November 27, 2023 Council Highlights

• Township Staff presented the Report 2023-DS-018 New Building By-Law and Permit Fees for information to Council. The proposed fee schedules are what should be considered reasonable for the departmental costs associated with administration and enforcement of the Building Code Act within the Township of Brock. Council has asked for all public and agency input be considered before the new Building By-law for Council approval at a future date
• Council declared an Intimate Partner Violence Epidemic along with all The Region of Durham and other Durham Municipalities. A flag raising will be held on December 6th, 2023 to commemorate and coincide with National Day of Remembrance and Action on Violence Against Women and information.
• Independent Electricity System Operator (IESO)/ Battery Electric Storage System - Organization Correspondence Council received resident and proponents correspondence for information at this time.

•  The following By-laws have been enacted and sign by the Mayor and Municipal Clerk;
•  By-Law Number 3210-2023, Division Fence - Being a By-law to determine the appointment of costs of division fence.
•  By-Law Number 3224-2023, Procedural Bylaw Amendment- Being a By-law to amend By-law number 3017-2021, being a By-law to regulate the proceedings of Council.
•  By-Law Number 3226-2023, Fees By-law - Being a By-law to impose fees for services and activities provided or done by, or on behalf of the Township of Brock and for the use of municipal property. 



 If you wish to watch the Council Meeting from November 27, 2023 click HERE

Are you travelling this winter and planning to be away from home in the months of February and or April? Remember the first two installments of the 2024 property taxes will become due while you’re away.  Avoid any penalties by enrolling in our Pre-Authorized Payment Plan to withdraw your taxes on the due date automatically.

Visit www.townshipofbrock.ca to complete the enrollment form or contact our the Treasury department at 705-432-2355.

Committee of Adjustment - December 19, 2023, 7:00 p.m.

Brock Accessibility Advisory Committee - January 9, 2024 9:00 a.m.

Committee of The Whole - January 15, 2024 10:00 a.m.

Committee of The Whole - January 29, 2024 3:00 p.m.

Council Meeting - January 29, 2024 6:00 p.m.

To view agendas or watch the livestream please visit the Council Calendar.

Brock Dench Animal Shelter

The Township of Brock Dench Animal Shelter would like to thank our community for the donations to the shelter this year, your generosity helps so many animals that come through the shelter doors. If you are considering a donation to the shelter, there is always a need for wet and dry dog, cat and kitten food, treats, toys, blankets, cat litter, and cleaning supplies.

Donate to the Brock Township Animal Shelter Sick and Injured Fund. 100% of donations from the fund are used for medical treatment and for animal enrichment. A charitable donation receipt is provided with contributions over $25. www.townshipofbrock.ca/Animals/

Please visit our Facebook page or find us on Pet Finder for information on animals available for adoption

Enbridge representative Jason McArthur and Ian Moase presented a cheque for $5000 to Fire Chief Rick Harrison, Councillor Campbell, Fire Prevention Officer Madison Bath, Firefighter Sinead Gallagher and AJ Dos Santos.

The Enbridge Safe Community Project assists the Brock Township Fire Department with support for firefighter training and education.

More information on this program can be found HERE

Winter Holiday Skate Schedule

Parent & Tot & Senior, Stick & Puck, Shinny, Public Skating, Drop-In Figure Skating and Senior Skate. Visit our Holiday Skate Schedule for more information

Free Public Skates!!!

December 17, 2023 12-2 p.m. Santa Skate! Foster Hewitt Memorial Community Centre, Beaverton. Sponsored by The Beaverton Lions

December 29, 2023 7:30-9:30 Sunderland memorial Arena, Sunderland. Sponsored by the Sunderland Lions.

Get a head start on your New Years Resolution by securing a spot in one (or more) of our great fitness classes. From Cardio Beat, to Gentle Fit to Restorative Yoga,

we have something for everyone.

Registration is now open for full session registration (10-12 weeks, varies by class). Each class requires a minimum of 5 participants for it to be offered. If the minimum number of participants is reached by December 22, 2023, then those classes will open for individual day registration ($10 per class). Classes that do not reach the minimum participation will be cancelled and individual day registration will not open.

Full Course Registration - $96.00 for 12 week class

($8.00 per class)

Individual Class Registration - $10.00 per class

Click HERE to view class descriptions, instructor bios and registration information. 

The holidays are upon us and there is no better way to support your local economy than to #ShopWhereYouLive and #ShopInDurham. Did you know that, on average, 68 per cent of money stays in your community when you shop local? When you do so, you’re not only supporting friends and neighbours, but you’re supporting what keeps our communities unique and vibrant.

For local gift ideas, check out the Downtowns of Durham Gift Guide and the Downtowns of Durham website!

Brock Libraries will be closed from December 24 January 1. Opening on January 2, 2024.

Happy Holidays!

Join us a the library’s Knit and Crochet Creative Social Group, where enthusiasts of all skill levels gather to work on their knitting or crocheting projects. Whether you’re a beginner or an expert, bring your own project or grab a kit and join us as we stitch and create together in a welcoming and inclusive environment.

New to knitting? Email [email protected] by September 9th to put your name on the list for a knitting kit that we can loan out to you.

Call your branch of choice to register for free, half hour, one-on-one introductory

 tech help.

Durham Region has continued to add new rebates to the Durham Greener Homes program to further help Durham residents achieve energy-efficient homes and reduce their carbon footprints. A Durham Heat Pump Rebate, offering up to $2,000 for heat pumps, has recently been launched to this effect.

Additional Deep Retrofit Rebates provide participating residents with up to $10,000 in incentives for reducing their home’s greenhouse gas emissions. These rebates may be combined with other incentives from Enbridge Gas and the Government of Canada, including the Home Efficiency Rebate Plus program.

When combined, upwards of $20,000 in cash rebates are available to Durham residents. 

For more information, visit durhamgreenerhomes.ca 

Community organizations provide a wide variety of programs to help kids succeed.

Call 2-1-1 to explore what programs there might be in your community or visit http://211ontario.ca

Here are some examples of programs across Ontario:

- Youth wellness hubs

- Homework clubs

- After school programs

- Leadership clubs

- Pre-employment programs

- Youth mentorship

- TVO Mathify

- English as a second language classes

- Volunteer tutors and more.