durhamregion.com | This Week | Thursday, May 26, 2022 | 28 Durham Region NOTICE TO PROPERTY OWNERS: DESTROY NOXIOUS WEEDS Works Department Public Notice Notice is hereby given to all persons in possession of land, in accordance with the Weed Control Act, R.S.O. 1990 Chapter W.5, Sections 3, 16 and 23 that unless noxious weeds growing on their lands within the Regional Municipality of Durham are destroyed throughout the season, the Municipality may enter upon said lands and have the weeds destroyed, charging costs against the landowner, as set out in the Weed Control Act. The main purpose of the Weed Control Act R.S.O. 1990, is to reduce the impact of noxious weeds on the industries of agriculture and horticulture. Primarily, this Act applies to agricultural and horticultural lands that generate income or other benefits to agriculture, this excludes lawns, gardens and private areas for personal enjoyment and leisure. In Urban Areas Sections 3, 13, 16 and 18 do not apply to noxious weeds or weed seeds that are far enough away from any land used for agricultural or horticultural purposes. For more information, consult the Ministry of Agriculture, Food and Rural Affairs webpage regarding Weed Control Act frequently asked questions: www.ontario.ca/omafra (search for Weed Control Act). For questions, please contact the following staff from the Regional Municipality of Durham Works Department: Weed Inspector 905-668-7711 ext. 3501 weeds@durham.ca If you require this information in an accessible format, please contact 1-800-372-1102 ext. 3501. www.facebook.com/RegionOfDurham www.twitter.com/RegionOfDurham The Regional Municipality of Durham Works Department 605 Rossland Road East, Whitby Ont. L1N 6A3 Telephone 905-668-7711 or 1-800-372-1102 durham.ca INDEPENDANT LIVING PACKAGE Enjoy a worry-free lifestyle with this package! ✓ Spacious 1 bedroom suites ✓ Kitchenette, washer/dryer in suite ✓ 2 delicious meals daily ✓ Emergency pendant ✓Medication management (2 times/day) ✓Weekly housekeeping + linens ✓ Utilities, WiFi, home phone, TV package ✓ Activities and leisure US FOR A A TOUR! BloomVirtual.ca ASK ABOUTOUR PROMOTION! Contact Kerry to book your visit now. 289 675-4398 1224 Coldstream Dr, Oshawa BloomOshawa.ca Open House: Sunday, May 29 Call us to reserve your spot Virtual presentation: Wednesday, June 1st Book at Starting at $3932 Post the details for free in our calendar. Hosting an event online or in the community? DURHAMREGION.COM/EVENTS