The Township of Brock is governed by the Mayor and Council along with a variety of boards and committees. To attend an upcoming Council meeting, view a Council meeting livestream, or to speak at a Council meeting, view our Council Calendar.
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The Township of Brock consists of the Mayor, a Regional Councillor and five ward councillors. Elections are held every four years.
Mayor - John Grant |
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He previously served the Township of Brock as Mayor (2014-2018), Regional Councillor (2006-2010), Ward 2 Councillor (2003-2006), and Ward 1 Councillor (1994-1997). Contact John GrantYou can contact Mayor Grant by email or call 705-426-1296. About John GrantJohn is a resident of Beaverton where he co-owns two businesses. With a longstanding commitment to community service, he has served as a volunteer and leader for numerous organizations and service groups including: Beaverton Thorah Health Centre Board of Directors; Brock Non-Profit Housing; Royal Canadian Legion, Branch 135; Kinsmen; Beaverton/Cannington Arthritis Society; Brock Board of Trade; Thorah Island Ratepayers Association; Lake Simcoe Region Conservation Authority; Beaverton River Trail Committee; and more. |
Regional Councillor Ted Smith |
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Contact Ted SmithYou can contact Regional Councillor Ted Smith by email or call 705-357-2427. About Ted SmithAlong with his family, Ted Smith operates Teledale Farms southeast of Sunderland. Ted is a strong community member and volunteer. He is the current chair of the Sunderland Maple Syrup Festival, is a member of the Brock Community Health Centre Board, and the Sunderland Agricultural Society. Committee InvolvementTed Smith has served on a variety of committees, including:
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Councillor Michael Jubb (Ward 1) |
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Contact Michael JubbYou can contact Councillor Michael Jubb by email or call 905-252-4487. About Michael JubbA lifetime volunteer, he is involved with numerous volunteer organizations through the Township of Brock. He is a director of the Beaverton Fair Board, an executive member of Beaverton Special Events, serving on the Lodwick Citizenship Award Committee, as well as an active volunteer with the Royal Canadian Legion Beaverton, member of the BTE Historical Society and the Beaverton Horticultural Society. Michael is a long-time member of the Township of Brock Fire department and is a career member of the Department of National Defense working out of Base Borden. He has received many awards and commendations including the Queen's Diamond Jubilee Medal for dedicated community services. He is married with two young boys. Committee InvolvementMike serves on the following committee:
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Councillor Claire Doble (Ward 2) |
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Contact Claire DobleYou can contact Councillor Claire Doble by email or call 705-344-4768. About Claire DobleClaire is a registered Dietician, mother of two beautiful children and entrepreneur. She serves on the Board of Directors for the Brock Youth Centre and is an active member of the community. Committee InvolvementClaire serves on the following committee:
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Councillor Walter Schummer (Ward 3) |
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Contact Walter SchummerYou can contact Councillor Walter Schummer by email or call 705-432-8464. About Walter SchummerWalter is a professional accountant by trade and owns his own accounting firm with offices in Cannington and Orillia. He is an active volunteer in the Township being involved with the Cannington Lions Club, 1st Cannington Scout Group, Cannington Legion, Brock Board of Trade and others. Committee InvolvementWalter has served on a number of Committees including:
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Councillor Cria Pettingill (Ward 4) |
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Contact Cria PettingillYou can contact Councillor Cria Pettingill by email or call 705-344-4482. About Cria PettingillCria is an active volunteer in the community. Prior to her time on Council, she served on the Brock Economic Development Advisory Committee, Brock Board of Trade, Committee of Adjustment, and the Brock Youth Centre. She was Brock's representative on the Durham Environmental Advisory Committee and helped to establish the Ward 4 Shoreline Ratepayers Association. Currently she is a member of the Cannington Horticultural Society and Brock Community Choir. Committee InvolvementCria currently serves on the following Committees:
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Councillor Lynn Campbell (Ward 5) |
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Contact Lynn CampbellYou can contact Councillor Lynn Campbell by email or call 705-357-0013. About Lynn CampbellA proud resident of Sunderland, Lynn is a freelance writer and a sales representative for her husband, artist Walter Campbell. Committee InvolvementLynn has served on the following committees:
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Mayor John Grant is serving his second term as Mayor (appointed March 15, 2021).
W.E. Ted Smith is serving his second term as Regional Councillor. Previously, he served two terms as Ward five Councillor.
Michael Jubb is serving his first term on Council as the representative of Ward 1.
Claire is serving her first term on Council as the Ward 2 Councillor.
Walter Schummer is serving as Ward 3 Councillor for the second time, after serving his first term from 2010-2014.
Cria Pettingill is serving her first term on Council as the representative of Ward 4.
Lynn Campbell is pleased to represent Ward 5 for her second term.Council Conduct and Procedures
Review the Council Code of Conduct and Procedural By-law to learn about how the Township of Brock Council operates and expectations for all Council members.