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Council Highlights April 14, 2025

Council Highlights offer a summary of crucial decisions or agenda items discussed in Council meetings, aiming to give residents a snapshot of the meeting proceedings.

The Durham Agricultural Advisory Committee Annual Update was presented to Council. The presentation included updates on the North Durham On-Farm Diversified Uses Project, skilled programs and transportation issues. The Committee also shared major issues facing agriculture in Durham Region that include:

• Backyard chickens and Avian Influenza 

Township of Brock terminates Emergency Declaration April 17, 2025

Cannington, ON - April 17, 2025 – Effective April 17, 2025, at 4:00 p.m. the Township of Brock has officially terminated the State of Emergency due to stabilized conditions following the widespread impact of the ice storm.

“We’re all happy to be out of this State of Emergency. The residents of Brock have been great in coming through this and have showed their strong Brock spirit. I want to again thank all the volunteers, organizations, and businesses that stepped up to help. I also want to thank Township

National Volunteer Recognition Day April 20, 2025

On behalf of the Non-Profit Sector Advisory Committee and the Township of Brock, I want to thank you all for coming out to celebrate National Volunteer Recognition Day, this Sunday, April 20th, which also marks the start of National Volunteer Week!

This is a time where we recognize the power of giving, the spirit of service, and the incredible impact that volunteers make every single day.  When we think of what makes a community strong, it’s the people.  It’s the neighbor who checks in on a...

Eligible residents can get help accessing income-boosting benefits

Whitby, Ontario – There are more than 40 benefits in Ontario that can boost incomes for residents living with low income. To help residents access these benefits, Mobile ID and Benefits Access Hubs will be available across Durham Region this spring.

Why: Mobile ID and Benefits Access Hubs can help eligible residents to:

• Learn about benefits they may be eligible for.
• Get or replace government identification, such as Social Insurance Numbers (SINs) and Birth Certificates.
• Open a Registered Education...

Give your batteries new life: Recycle your batteries during the week of April 28

Whitby, Ontario – Don't let your old batteries go to waste! The Region of Durham is calling on residents to recycle their used household batteries by placing them on top of their closed Green Bin during collection days the week of April 28.

When: Spring battery collection occurs from April 28 to May 2 on Green Bin collection days.

Where: Households across Durham Region who currently receive curbside collection services.

Why: Batteries are not garbage – up to 92 per cent of battery components are...