MONTHLY NEWSLETTER
October 17, 2022 | Issue 10
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Brock Beats Hunger

The First Annual Brock Beats Hunger Food Drive held by the Township was a success! A grand total of $1940 in online donations was collected and donated to our local food banks, exceeding the initial goal of $1000.00. A generous amount of non-perishables was also collected to help Brock Beats Hunger. We encourage Residents, Businesses, community groups and organizations to continue donating to local food banks. Let’s continue to be a part of beating hunger in Brock. Your support can make a difference. Go to: townshipofbrock.ca/brockbeatshunger for more information.
Business Fire Safety Plans

Subsection 2.8.2. of the Ontario Fire Code requires that a Fire Safety Plan be prepared, approved and implemented in various types of buildings and occupancies. The full list can be found here https://www.ontario.ca/laws/regulation/070213 (or attached) under Section 2.8 for Emergency Planning. The Fire Code requires that a Fire Safety Plan be reviewed at least every 12 months. An updated copy must be kept on-site in an approved location and the Fire Prevention Inspector must also receive a copy to approve. If you need assistance creating or updating a Fire Safety Plan for your business or building type please reach out to the Fire Prevention Inspection Katie Dukelow at 705-432-2355 ext. 233 or via e-mail at [email protected]. Updating your Fire Safety Plan is not only required by the Fire Code, but it can also provide as a safety refresher to help keep you and your building occupants safe. 
Available for Adoption

Meet Bolt, Stormy and Sky. They are 10-week-old kittens who have had their first vaccinations and dewormed. They are very excited about finding their forever home. The $80 adoption fee per cat includes first vaccination and deworming. Please call the shelter at 705-432-2884 for information or to book a visit.
Golf Tournament Grant Applications

Community organizations are invited to submit Applications for funds from the 2022 Charity Golf Tournament.

Applications should include details regarding estimated costs, other fund-raising efforts, expected completion dates and the expected benefits for the youth and the community.

Deadline for submissions: November 30, 2022 4:00 p.m.

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.

Go to: www.townshipofbrock.ca/golftournament for further information.
Nominate An Exceptional Educator Today!

The Nomination Deadline for the 2023 Prime Minister's Awards is January 17, 2023. Nominate an exceptional educator today! Go to: CANADA.CA/PM-AWARDS for more information.

Applications are being accepted for appointment to the Durham Region Anti-Racism Taskforce (DRART).

DRART is part of the Region's commitment to develop and implement an Anti-Racism Framework to ensure a healthy workplace and to address racism within the communities the Region serves. The mandate of DRART is to act in an advisory role to Regional Council through the Finance and Administration Committee on issues related to racism — structural, systemic and interpersonal. The work of DRART will be guided by Council approved Terms of Reference

Deadline to submit completed applications October 27, 2022. Details and application form can be found here, Committees - Region of Durham.
Burning Permits By-law

Campfires are a fun part of summer and cottage season. All property owners require a burn permit. Any visitors wishing to have a campfire must also purchase a burn permit with the owner’s permission, Burn By-law No. 3120-2022.
You can apply for a burn permit online and the following permit fees apply:     
                                                                                            
$20 per year for an Open-Air Burning Permit 
$20 per year for a Recreational Burning Permit                     
$60 per year for an Agricultural Burning Permit

For any further questions, you can call the Fire Department at 705-432-2355 ext. 228 or ext. 233. or [email protected].

To report a complaint regarding a by-law violation please fill out the Complaint Form. In case of an emergency please call 9-1-1.
Traffic By-law

Starting November 15th through to April 15th, no overnight on-street parking and parking in a Municipal Lot (unless permitted) will be permitted between the hours of 12:00 a.m. and 7:00 a.m., regardless of weather conditions, to allow for thorough and efficient winter maintenance operations. Parking restrictions are governed by the Traffic By-law.

You can apply for a parking permit online.

For any further questions, you can call the By-law Department at 705-432-2355 ext. 229 or [email protected].
Notice of a Complete Application
The Township of Brock has received and deemed the following applications complete for the purposes of processing – a Zoning By-law Amendment (11-2022-RA) and Site Plan (11-2022-SP) Applications for 482 Osborne Street in Beaverton. The applications are proposing a three-storey mixed use building with 3 commercial units at grade and 8 residential units above. These applications are currently under review by the Township and will be processed in accordance with the Planning Act. A statutory public meeting will be held at a later date with notice of the public meeting to be provided in accordance with the Planning Act. For more information about this matter, including information about appeal rights, or to be added to the notification list, please contact Township staff by phone (705-432-2355, ext. 235) or email ([email protected]).
Recreation News
Fall Fitness Classes

The Fall Fitness Schedule is now available, and online registration is open! Classes will begin next week after Thanksgiving. Registration must be completed online before the scheduled start time. Walk-Ins will not be accepted. Register Online: www.townshipofbrock.ca/fitness.
Short Term Rentals in the Township of Brock
Brock Libraries News
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Durham Region News
Durham accepting applications for appointment to Regional Advisory Committees

The Region of Durham has several advisory boards and committees, whose members are appointed by Regional Council. The Region is accepting applications from individuals interested in serving on the Durham Agricultural Advisory Committee among others.

Additional information, including the full list of committees and terms of reference for each Committee, can be obtained by visiting the Committees page on the Region of Durham website. Upcoming meeting dates and meeting agendas and minutes are available for viewing on our Council and Committee meeting calendar.

Application forms can be found online or by emailing [email protected]. Completed applications must be submitted to the Regional Clerk by 4:30 p.m. on Thursday, October 27, 2022, by email to [email protected].
Call for applications to the At Home Incentive Program

The Regional Municipality of Durham is accepting applications to the At Home Incentive Program, which provides funding support and expedited planning approvals to develop affordable housing in Durham Region. The deadline to apply is Wednesday, December 21 at 4 p.m. For more information, visit durham.ca/AHIP.
Non-repayable grants of $2,500 up for grabs for eligible Brock businesses looking to improve their digital presence!

Small businesses employing 1 – 50 people with a commercial location are encouraged to apply for their $2,500 Digital Transformation Grant through the Digital Main Street program. Application portal closes October 31. Read full eligibility requirements and apply today!
Avian Influenza Resources Available Online 

As of September 23, 2022, the movement and participation of birds in events where co-mingling can occur is prohibited to reduce the risk of avian influenza spreading. Learn more about the Minister’s order and Avian Influenza in Ontario online.
Durham Region Employer Playbook

Is your business having trouble addressing workforce needs in today’s challenging labour market? Immigrant talent can play a key role in addressing these workforce needs. Durham Region employers are strongly encouraged to review the Durham Region Employer Playbook to learn how they can recruit, hire, onboard and integrate immigrants into their workplace!