2025 By- Election

In accordance with the Municipal Act, the Office of the Mayor has been declared vacant by Council. A By-Election will be held to fill the vacancy. Due to the recent changes made by the Province of Ontario in regard to the Strong Mayors, Building Homes Act, Council cannot fill the vacancy by appointment.

Nominations

Nominations open on July 7, 2025 for the office of Mayor in the upcoming By-Election being held on September 8, 2025.

Nomination Period: July 7–25, 2025

Submit in person at the Clerk’s Office, 1 Cameron St. E, Cannington

Book your appointment: clerks@brock.ca

Are you on the Voters List?

You can verify, add, or amend your information by visiting the Brock Election webpage.

How to Vote?

• Election Day is Monday September 8, 2025.
• Advanced voting will take place from September 3rd - 8th, 2025.
• Voting can be conducted by internet, telephone or by visiting a Voter Assistance Centre and requesting a ballot-on-demand.
• All eligible electors will receive a Voter Information letter in the mail.

Voter Assistance Centres

During the advanced voting period and on voting day, electors may attend any of the Voter Assistance Centres for help. Locations and hours of operation can be found on our website.

All information on the 2025 Brock By-Election can be found at www.townshipofbrock.ca/election

Final Tax Bills have been mailed.

Next Installment is Due July 21, 2025

First installments of the 2025 Final Tax Bill are due on or before July 21, 2025 and please check out the Tax Newsletter for important information regarding the 2025 property taxes.

Remember when setting up online banking, the 2025 property tax bill shows your Roll No., as XXX-XXX-XXXXX-0000 at the top left hand side of your bill. In order to pay your bill, you need to add 1839 in front of your Roll No., you would enter your roll number as 1839XXXXXXXXXXX0000.

Contact our the Treasury department at 705-432-2355 for further information.

Low Income Seniors Property Tax Rebate

A $355 Property Tax Rebate is applied to your tax roll, for Taxpayers who meet ALL the following eligibility requirements (1) must own and occupy the property as a principal residence, (2) is 65 years of age or older, and (3) currently receives the Guaranteed Income Supplement “GIS”

 (A copy of your GIS renewal award letter must accompany the application). 

Applications can be completed online or contact the Treasury Department to have an application mailed to you. Deadline for application is September 30^th of each year.

Council Highlights

After every Council Meeting we offer a summary of crucial decisions or agenda items discussed in our Council Highlights. In the June 23, 2025 Council Meeting the following was discussed.

• A public meeting was held to inform the public of the details of a Zoning By-law Amendment application which is proposing to re-zone 276 Cameron Street E. Cannington, to facilitate an industrial subdivision. This meeting provided an opportunity for the public to learn about and make comments on the proposed application. 
• Council was presented with the Regional Official Plan Amendment Application for 23801 Thorah Park Boulevard, Part of Lot 1, Concession 14, Township of Brock. Council approved amending the Envision Durham Official Plan (ROPA-2022-005) regarding a future resort development in Port Bolster. Members of the public were in attendance to provide comment for Council consideration.  
• The Council of the Corporation of the Township of Brock has rejected the strong mayor powers granted to it, and requests that the Province repeal the legislation, or offer the option to municipalities to opt out of strong mayor powers.  
• Council was presented with the annual report on the Canada Community Building Funds. This fund supports the growth and vitality of communities across the province. 
• Council was presented with the annual report on the Parkland Reserve Fund. The Township has a planned capital project for the Beaverton Harbour Washrooms using this reserve fund. 
• Council was presented with the annual Trust Fund Year-End Balance Report for 2024.  
• Council has approved the use of an alternative flexible asphalt cold technology (FACT). This will be used in the Road Rehabilitation Program on Thorah Concession 1 and Thorah Concession 3 in 2025 and Thorah Concession 2 and Thorah Concession 13 in 2026, subject to budget approval. 
• The Corporation of the Township of Brock has requested that the Minister of Municipal Affairs and Housing to activate the Municipal Disaster Recovery Assistance (MDRA) program. 

Please visit Council Highlights webpage for more information on other Council Meetings

Upcoming Regular Council Meetings

Council Meeting - July 28, 2025 - 10:00 p.m.

To view agendas or watch the livestream please visit the Meeting Calendar

Are you looking for a fun way for the kids to stay active during the school break?

Individual Day Camp Registrations is now open for residents to book. Space is limited

Join Us for Outdoor Movies in the Park!

Enjoy a fun, family-friendly evening under the stars with the Township’s outdoor movie nights in the park! Bring your blanket or lawn chair, grab some popcorn, and relax as we screen popular films for all ages.

This year, we're letting the community choose the movies! Keep an eye on our Facebook page for voting opportunities and help pick the feature films.

🗓August 22 – Foster Hewitt Memorial Community Centre

Interested in partnering, or becoming an outdoor movie sponsor? Contact recreation@brock.ca to discuss.

Bass Fishing Season is now Open!

Brock is the Smallmouth Bass Capital of Canada so come spend a day on Lake Simcoe!

Visit the Beaverton harbour try your hand fishing off the pier or cool off at the splash pad daily from 9 a.m. to 8 p.m. Follow the Durham Weekly Beach Report for water quality.

Check out these top 5 Tips that will have you reeling in the fun while you fish on Lake Simcoe this summer!

Brock Libraries

Life Jacket Check July 25 - Beaverton Harbour

Join Fire Department personnel at the Beaverton Harbour for voluntary life jacket checks to ensure boaters are properly equipped before heading out on the lake. We’ll also be providing self-inspection checklists based on Transport Canada’s guidelines, so boaters can easily assess if their life jackets need replacement.

Visit the Fire Departments Public Education Programs Page

for more information

Looking for something fun to do this month? Look no further than the Township of Brock Community Event Calendar. July has many exciting events for you to check out!

Organizations are encouraged to submit your event request for all upcoming events by visiting the Community Event Calendar

Join us at the Harbour in Beaverton for fun in the park

Fun starts at 9 a.m.!

• Crafts, Zoo To You, and bubbles for the kids
• Fishing for the kids (no license needed if under 18 years old or over 65).
• Live entertainment
• Food and music.
• Splash pad
• Kayaks, canoes or paddleboards launch (bring your own)
• Visit the Wishing Tower sculpture also located at the Harbour created by artist Ron Baird.

Durham Region News

Agri-Food Sector Funding Opportunities

Applications Open for Third Intake of Agricultural Stewardship Initiative

The governments of Canada and Ontario are investing up to $3 million and launching the third intake of the Agricultural Stewardship Initiative (ASI) to help farmers implement projects to improve the energy efficiency of their farming operations. This funding will help local agriculture, agri-food and agri-based products businesses across the province enhance their competitiveness, put more money back into their pockets and keep workers on the job.

The ASI is being delivered by the Ontario Soil and Crop Improvement Association (OSCIA). Information on how to apply for funding and project eligibility under the Agricultural Stewardship Initiative can be found on the OSCIA website. Eligible Ontario farmers can submit one application under this third intake, from August 13 to September 3, 2025.

Applications Open for AgriInnovate Program

The Government of Canada is accepting applications to the AgriInnovate Program. This program provides repayable contributions to support the commercialization, demonstration and adoption of commercial-ready innovative technologies and processes in the agri-food sector. Visit the AgriInnovate Program’s website for eligibility requirements and application information.

Business Strategies and Trade Support for Durham Businesses Webinar July 23, 2025 1-2 p.m.

 In today's evolving global trade environment, Canadian businesses must be more resilient and globally minded than ever. This session explores how companies can navigate challenges like tariffs and market volatility through strategic trade diversification and targeted support.

Learn how BDC is helping businesses adapt with financing solutions like the Tariff Loan and advisory services through the Trade Resilience Plan.

You'll also discover the international growth opportunities available to Ontario companies and the support systems designed to help them succeed abroad.

Featuring speakers:

Josh Wartman, MBA, Manager, Major Accounts, BDC

Arman Giloyan, Senior International Market Consultant, Government of Ontario

Register: https://bit.ly/40LT3aW

Brock is the Smallmouth

Bass Capital of Canada 

    

The Township of Brock is located on the east shore of Lake Simcoe and is officially designated as the Smallmouth Bass Capital of Canada!

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