News and Alerts

The Chief Fire Official for the Municipality of Brockton has issued a partial ban on open air fires (agricultural, brush, and derelict buildings) until further notice due to recent extreme temperatures and a lack of rainfall. This partial ban takes effect immediately, and agricultural, brush, and derelict building burn permits are suspended until further notice.

Recreational fires (for cooking and warmth) are still permitted to continue, in compliance with Brockton’s Open Air Burn By-Law 2017-034.

Thank you for your cooperation in maintaining public safety.

The agendas for the following meetings on Tuesday, August 12, 2025 are available on our Current Council Meeting Agenda webpage. Both meetings will be conducted at the Bruce County Council Chambers (30 Park Street, Walkerton, ON N0G 2V0) and electronically on Zoom Video Conferencing and livestreamed to the Municipality's Agenda Management Software, eSCRIBE.  

• 6:30 p.m. - Committee of Adjustment Meeting
• 7:00 p.m. - Council Meeting

Read the News Post for more information on each meeting's agendas and instructions on how to access each meeting.

The Municipal Office, Brockton Child Care Centre, and Community Services Department (Parks and Recreation) Administration Office will be closed on Monday, August 4, 2025 for Civic Holiday. Our offices will reopen on Tuesday, August 5, 2025. Council and staff wish you a safe and happy long weekend!

The Municipality of Brockton is seeking feedback to assist with preparation of the 2026 Budget. Read our News Post for more information.

The Council of the Municipality of Brockton met on Tuesday, July 15, 2025 at 7:00 p.m. at the Bruce County Council Chambers (30 Park Street, Walkerton) and electronically on Zoom Video Conferencing and livestreamed to the Municipality of Brockton's Agenda Management Software, eSCRIBE. Read Highlights from the meeting in our News Post.

The agenda for the Municipality of Brockton Council Meeting on Tuesday, July 15, 2025 at 7:00 p.m. is available on our Current Council Meeting Agenda webpage. This meeting will be conducted at the Bruce County Council Chambers (30 Park Street, Walkerton, ON N0G 2V0) and electronically on Zoom Video Conferencing and livestreamed to the Municipality's Agenda Management Software, eSCRIBE. Read the News Post for more information on how to access the meeting.

The Tax/Summer 2025 Edition of the Brockton Buzz Newsletter is available on our website at Brockton.ca/Buzz. Read the News Post for more information on the content included in this month's newsletter.

The Municipal Office, Brockton Child Care Centre, and Community Services Department (Parks and Recreation) Administration Offices, and the Brant Landfill will be closed on Tuesday, July 1, 2025 for Canada Day. Our offices and the Brant Landfill will reopen on Wednesday, July 2, 2025. We invite you to join in the variety of celebrations happening at Centennial Park in Walkerton from 10:00 a.m. until 2:15 p.m. including inflatables and activities, foam party, free swim, BBQ and cake, live music and more! Happy Canada Day!

The South Bruce OPP Detachment Board is seeking a Secretary-Treasurer to provide confidential, high quality administrative and treasury services. This role acts as a key resource and liaison between the Board and its stakeholders, supporting the Board’s vision and operations with professionalism and efficiency. Read the News Post for more information.