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Uxbridge-Scugog Animal Shelter Hosting Microchip Clinic Dec. 7th 

The Uxbridge-Scugog Animal Shelter is hosting a Microchip Clinic on Saturday, Dec. 7th, from 12:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m. at the Uxbridge-Scugog Shelter (1360 Reach St., Port Perry, ON).  

There is a $30 fee for the service and all proceeds from the clinic support the extra medical needs for animals in their care. Those who are interested in reserving a spot can call the shelter at 905-985-9547 or email pound@uxsc.ca. Walk-ins are also welcome on the day of the clinic.

Upon arrival at the shelter, all...

Reducing Fire and Carbon Monoxide Deaths through Safe Community Project Zero

Uxbridge, ON, November 26, 2024 – Today, Enbridge Gas Inc. (Enbridge Gas) and the Uxbridge Fire Department announced they are working together to improve home safety and bring fire and carbon monoxide-related deaths down to zero.

The Uxbridge Fire Department received 180 combination smoke and carbon monoxide alarms through Safe Community Project Zero–a public education campaign with the Fire Marshal’s Public Fire Safety Council (FMPFSC) that will provide more than 14,500 alarms to residents in 75...

Township Page, Cosmos November 21, 2024

November 21, 2024 issue of Township Pages of Cosmos Newspaper

UXBRIDGE TOWNSHIP OFFICIALLY “BIRD FRIENDLY” AS NATURE CANADA CERTIFIES BIRD TEAM

Uxbridge, Ontario - November 18, 2024 -- Nature Canada has made it official: Uxbridge Township is now one of the country’s “Bird Friendly” cities.

Canada’s oldest national nature conservation society announced the Township’s

certification today, recognizing the efforts made by the Bird Team, Municipal Staff and Council and the local community to preserve and protect Uxbridge’s bird population. The news was greeted warmly by Mayor Dave Barton, who declared himself “thrilled.”

“This recognition...

Celebrate business and ignite inspiration with Do It In Durham Entrepreneurship Week

Whitby, Ontario – Durham Region is proud to champion the innovators and job creators who launch businesses and drive economic growth by proclaiming November 18 to 22 Do It In Durham Entrepreneurship Week.

A flag raising at Durham Regional Headquarters marks the start of Do It In Durham—a week-long event series for anyone who wants to start a business, grow a business or explore entrepreneurship in Durham Region. Participants can tap into expert guidance from a diverse lineup of speakers, build...