Media Releases

The Township of Brock Declares a State of Emergency March 30, 2025

The Township of Brock has declared a State of Emergency due to the severe and escalating impacts of the ongoing ice storm affecting the region.

The declaration was made by Mayor Walter Schummer, Deputy Mayor Mike Jubb, Brock Township Fire Chief Rick Harrison and Deputy CAO/Municipal Clerk Fernando Lamanna at 1.26 p.m. on March 30, 2025

The decision comes as prolonged freezing rain continues to cause widespread power outages, hazardous road conditions, downed trees and hydro lines, and damage to...

Half Load Restrictions in effect March 1, 2025

Please be advised that half load restrictions will be in effect in the Township of Brock as of Saturday March 1st, 2025. 

Half-load restrictions are generally from March to May. Exact dates are set each year, dependent on road conditions and temperatures. When half-load restrictions are in effect, signs will indicate the road is off limits to vehicles exceeding 5 tonnes per axle.

Please note passenger vehicles are exempt from this restriction.

Frequently Asked Questions:

Q. Why do we impose ½ load...

Significant Weather Event - February 12, 2025

For Immediate Release  Township of Brock Declares Significant Weather Event Due to Heavy Snow Accumulation ​ 

 Based on the heavy snow fall, the Township wishes to advise residents that roads may be snow covered and slippery. Residents are encouraged to stay home. If travel is unavoidable please drive according to the weather conditions. 

 Roads, sidewalks and parking lots will be cleared as soon as crews are able to address them. 

 Thank-you for your patience during the snow clearing operations. Please...

Durham Region Municipalities Come Together to Support Hunger Action Month 2024

Drop off non-perishable foods at participating facilities from September 5 to  September 27 or donate online

The Region of Durham and area municipalities are once again coming together this National Hunger Action Month to help raise awareness, food donations, and funds to fight hunger in the community.

Hunger is an important issue that affects individuals, seniors, and families throughout the Region. As Durham Region continues to rapidly grow and food prices increase, more people are experiencing...

Good Doctors telemedicine clinic to open in Beaverton

Whitby, Ontario – The Regional Municipality of Durham, in partnership with the Township of Brock, have entered an agreement to bring Good Doctors telemedicine to Beaverton—a service that’s been providing quality health care to Ontario residents since 2015.

This telemedicine clinic will be available by appointment to residents without a family doctor. It will operate three days per week in an office space that has a separate entrance on the main floor at Lakeview Manor long-term care home, located...