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Fighting poverty, strengthening communities: funding applications from community partners now open

Whitby, Ontario – The Region of Durham is accepting applications from local non-profit organizations to the Thriving Communities Fund. This fund supports initiatives that help prevent and/or reduce poverty for Durham residents.

What: The Thriving Communities Fund supports non-profit organizations with operational and/or capacity building activities that strengthen their ability to deliver programs and services. The maximum amount to be awarded is $50,000 per approved application.

Eligibility...

Township of Brock mourns the passing of His Holiness Pope Francis

On behalf of the Township of Brock, its Members of Council, and residents, I wish to extend my deepest condolences to all who mourn the passing of His Holiness Pope Francis at the age of 88.

My condolences to Catholics and all those who were touched by the kindness and humility of Pope Francis. While no mortal is perfect, I commend Pope Francis for his progressive views and let us hope that those views are built on as a foundation to a kinder and more welcoming church and world.

Born Jorge Mario...

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...