Press Releases

National Day of Truth & Reconciliation

September 30th is National Day of Truth & Reconciliation, a commemorative day that honours the Survivors and the children lost to residential schools, their families, and communities.  

Between 1831-1998, the federal government operated 140 Indian Residential Schools in Canada, with the last school closing a mere 23 years ago. Survivors advocated for the proper acknowledgement, reparations and demanded accountability. With such, the Federal Government has put forth various agreements, commissions,...

Site Alteration Permit Applications Now Available Online Through Cloudpermit

The Township of Uxbridge is pleased to announce that Site Alteration (Fill) Permit Applications are now available online through Cloudpermit, the Township’s e-permitting platform.

In 2022, the Township introduced Cloudpermit to streamline building permit applications. This user-friendly, digital system allows residents to submit and manage permit applications entirely online. With this latest enhancement, Site Alteration Permits have been added to the platform, further modernizing municipal...

Early Works Set to Begin for New Uxbridge Scugog Animal Shelter

The Townships of Uxbridge and Scugog are pleased to provide a project update as the new Animal Shelter moves into its next phase. Following a previous announcement, both Councils have now approved a report that outlines the construction strategy and authorizes the start of critical early-site work.

With the building permit secured, the Townships are moving forward with essential preliminary site works. This includes site access (driveway cut-in), excavation, well and foundation installation and...

Uxbridge-Scugog Animal Shelter responds to concerns regarding local kennel

The Township of Uxbridge is aware of allegations made regarding the private kennel located in Scugog.  The Uxbridge-Scugog Animal Shelter staff investigate all complaints to ensure compliance. We take the health and welfare of animals very seriously. 

Any concerns regarding the care and treatment of animals can be directed to  Provincial Animal Wellness Services (PAWS) at: 1-833-9-ANIMAL (264625).

Get ready for Curbside Giveaway Day on September 13

Are you thinking of taking part in Durham Region’s Curbside Giveaway Day on Saturday, September 13?

Here’s how it works: on the event day from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m., residents place unwanted items (in good condition!) – clearly marked as “Free” – on their curb for anyone to pick up. At the end of the day, residents return unclaimed items to their home.

Curbside Giveaway Day events are an opportunity to reduce the amount of garbage going to disposal by giving away your unwanted items or by going on a...