New Partnerships Help Millbrook Food Share Reduce Food Insecurity and Food Waste
Did you know that 58% of all food produced in Canada is lost or wasted? In 2019, that represented 11.17 metric tons of food, which is the equivalent of more than 90 CN Towers. So says Second Harvest, Canada’s largest food rescue organization, suggesting that almost a third of this waste is completely avoidable. …
Two Public Forums Collect Additional Feedback on Parks and Recreation Strategic Plan
Last week, two meetings were held to collect public input on the strategic plan for the future of the Parks and Recreational Programs and facilities investments that might be desirable over the next 12 years to address the recreational needs of a growing community. The strategic plan provides background information and recommendations regarding how…
A Treasure in Our Township
My favourite place in town is the Millbrook Branch of the CMLibraries. I was there on Saturday, October 14 to enjoy a delicious tea with a huge array of homemade treats and a silent auction. It was put on in celebration of Ontario Public Library Week and any donations collected enable the library to continue…
Back by Popular Demand
It’s back! The long-awaited sequel to the Historical Society’s first-ever Trivia Night happens November 30. Join MCHS for a riveting night of trivia with emcee Rachel Finney. This 19+ event at the Millbrook Legion Hall is going retro, with the focus on 1980s and 1990s pop culture. Registration is at 6:45, with the fun…
COMMENT – November 2023
As the misery continues in Gaza and Ukraine, polarization among the “by-stander” nations is intensifying. It’s not implausible to believe that we are witnessing the formation of a new world order. Atrocities intensify emotions as civilians bear the consequences as collateral damage, sometimes by design. Language around the events is becoming more incendiary, reducing…
Letter to the Editor – November 2023
Although many think that the 786 new homes being added to Millbrook are cause for excitement as our small town grows, others, like myself, are alarmed by possible repercussions these new builds could bring. In a recent article written by Brendan Burke, the township’s executive director of planning and development John Connoly spoke about…