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February 26, 2025 Snow Removal Update

Snow removal update - February 26, 2025 This morning snow removal continues in Cannington.  Staff and contractors will be removing snow throughout the day. Thank you again to all residents for your ongoing patience, together, we will continue to navigate these challenges and work towards a safer, more resilient community.

February 25, 2025 Snow Removal Update

Snow removal update - February 25, 2025 This morning the sidewalks are being scraped and sanded in all 3 towns. Public Works staff are plowing drifts and sanding concession roads where necessary. After the concession roads completed, staff will be removing snow from Main Street in Beaverton. Contractors are in Cannington removing snow through out the day. Thank you again to all residents for your ongoing patience, together, we will continue to navigate these challenges and work towards a safer,...

February 24, 2025 Snow Removal Update

Public Work crews are removing snow today in Cannington starting on Albert St. by the McCaskill’s Mills Public School.  They will vacate Albert Street during school opening, closing and possibly at lunch time. Removal will continue throughout the day on Albert Street and other areas in Cannington. Contractors are finishing work at the Marydel Subdivision and will move to Cannington once work is completed, weather permitting. 

Thank you again to all residents for your ongoing patience, together,...

Public works update – Excessive snow removal February 21, 2025

Ongoing operations should complete excess snow removal in Beaverton’s Marydel subdivision early Tuesday. Crews will be dispatched to Cannington or Sunderland, weather permitting. 

The Township understands that this large accumulation of snow is frustrating but rest assured that the Township is doing everything it can with the resources available.

Our operations crews have been doing an outstanding job, and their efforts will continue with the same dedication and commitment to service. However,...

Supporting Agriculture in North Durham

Thank you to agriculture businesses and community members who provided feedback on Durham Region’s study to update policies for agriculture-related and on-farm diversified uses in the townships of Brock, Scugog and Uxbridge.

 The agriculture sector is an important component of the local economy—providing food, products, a livelihood and jobs for farmers and their employees. It also helps to support rural businesses that provide products and services, contributing to the agricultural system. 

 The...