Due to adverse weather conditions, the Township of Douro-Dummer Municipal Office will close today, Tuesday, February 12, 2019 at 3:30 p.m. to allow staff to get home safely. We apologize for any inconvenience this may cause. Thank you for your understanding.
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Committee Volunteer Opportunities
Would you like to get involved in the Township of Douro-Dummer and play an important role in the community? The Township of Douro-Dummer is currently looking for volunteers to sit on various boards and committees for 2019 & 2020. Appointments are available to the Historical, Community Policing, and Santa Claus Parade Committees. The deadline to… Read more »
Community Economic Development 101 Interactive Workshop
Members of Council, staff, community volunteers, and business professionals are invited to join an interactive workshop (pdf – 2MB) organized by the Ministry of Agriculture, Food and Rural Affairs at the Douro Community Centre on March 12, 2019 from 9:00 a.m. to 12 noon. Learn the basics of economic development and take away practical tools to… Read more »
Conservation in Action: Township of Douro-Dummer
The Otonabee Region Conservation Authority has produced an information flyer that highlights conservation activity in the Township of Douro-Dummer, from the number of permits issued last year to the types of stewardship and education programs offered. Please see the attached flyer (pdf – 873KB) for more information, or contact: Dan Marinigh, C.A.O. Otonabee Region Conservation… Read more »
Local Wait List Available for People in Need of a Family Doctor
Residents without a family doctor or nurse practitioner are asked to complete a brief form which will place them on a wait list. The form can be found online at www.peterboroughfht.com/need-a-doctor Residents living in Peterborough County, please call the Peterborough Family Health Team Clinic at (705) 651-4866. Media Release: NEED A LOCAL FAMILY DOCTOR? GET… Read more »
Part-time Employment Opportunities at the Township
Part-time Positions Available! All applicants must possess a valid Driver’s Licence (minimum “G” level) and have their own transportation to and from work. Hours of work will vary depending on the nature of the work assigned. All successful proponents will be required to provide a Criminal Record check. For further information, please call the Municipal… Read more »
County of Peterborough 2019 Recognition Awards
The Corporation of the County of Peterborough invites nominations for the County of Peterborough 2019 Recognition Awards (pdf – 193KB). Nominations will be accepted for any resident or group residing in the County of Peterborough who has raised the profile or made an extraordinary contribution to our community. The nominee shall not have received a… Read more »
Douro-Dummer Opts-In to Private Retail Cannabis Sales in the Township
At the Council meeting held on Tuesday, January 15, 2019, the Council of the Township of Douro-Dummer opted-in to allow the retail sale of cannabis within the Township. Cannabis for non-medical use became became legal in Canada on October 17, 2018. The minimum age for the use of cannabis is 19, which is the same as… Read more »
Brush, Leaf and Yard Waste No Longer Accepted at Hall’s Glen Transfer Station
As of April 1, 2019, the Hall’s Glen Transfer Station will no longer be accepting brush, leaf or yard waste. Any large quantities of brush, leaf and yard waste can be taken to Waste Connections of Canada’s location at 348 County Road 6 (formerly M&M Disposal’s site.) Waste Connections of Canada’s business hours are Monday… Read more »
Prevention Practices Can Help Reduce the Risk of Barn Fires
The Ontario Government has unveiled resources to help farmers reduce the risk of barn fires this winter, the time when most barn fires occur. Please visit the Ontario.ca website for more information.