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Increased Reports of Aggressive Dog Behavior
Posted on Friday, August 26, 2022 10:02 AM
The Township of Brock is experiencing an increase in incidents related to aggressive dog behaviour and dogs otherwise at large.
The Corporation of the Township of Brock would like to remind dog owners of their responsibility to keep their dog(s) from running at large under the Animal Control By-Law Number 2446-2012-PP as amended. Unleashed dogs are considered to be at large even in the presence of their owner and all dogs must be leashed while on any public property within the Township of...
Invasive Plant Species Spotted in the Township of Brock
Posted on Friday, August 26, 2022 09:09 AM
Invasive plant species are present within the Township of Brock, and a survey has been done to assess the severity of the problem.
The most common invasive plant species within the Township of Brock are Common Buckthorn, Dog Strangling Vine, Wild Parsnip, Phragmites, Garlic Mustard, and Tatarian Honeysuckle.
Some of these plants should take priority as they are either harmful to humans or very close to spreading to a level that would be very difficult to manage. These being Wild Parsnip and Dog Strangling...
Ukrainian Flag Raised at The Municipal Administration Building
Posted on Thursday, August 25, 2022 12:30 PM
The Ukrainian flag was raised at the Municipal Administration Building in Cannington on Wednesday, August 24, 2022 in celebration of the 31st anniversary of Ukrainian Independence.
Among those in attendance were Regional Councillor Ted Smith, Ward 1 Councillor Michael Jubb, Ward 2 Councillor Claire Doble, Ward 3 Councillor Walter Schummer, Ward 4 Councillor Cria Pettingill, Ward 5 Councillor Lynn Campbell, members of staff, and members of the public.
Regional Councillor Ted Smith gave...
Robin Prentice Hired as New Director of Development Services
Posted on Tuesday, August 23, 2022 03:39 PM
The Township of Brock is happy to welcome Robin Prentice as our new Director of Development Services. Robin’s first day will be on Monday September 19, 2022.
Robin is a Full Member of the Canadian Institute of Planners and Ontario Professional Planners Institute. She holds a Bachelor of Environmental Studies - Urban Planning from the University of Waterloo.
Robin is a strong and effective leader with demonstrated skills in managing staff and consultant teams in the areas of policy...
Ingrid Svelnis - Chief Administrative Officer Extended
Posted on Tuesday, August 23, 2022 03:34 PM
The Township of Brock is pleased to announce the extension of CAO, Ingrid Svelnis’s contract to the end of December 2023. Ms. Svelnis will skillfully carry us through the election and assist Council in their selection of the next CAO.
Ms. Svelnis was the CAO at the Township of Uxbridge for 12 years from 2008 - 2019 and came out of retirement to the Township of Brock in March 2021. Bringing a wealth of experience, Ms. Svelnis has promoted a strong sense of community and engagement among staff and...