Backyard Hens Memo Discussed by Clarington Council

On January 25, 2021, the General Government Committee of Clarington received a memo from Rob Maciver, Director of Legislative Services/Municipal Solicitor, regarding the topic of backyard hens. The committee discussed the implications of allowing residents to keep hens in their backyards. The memo was received for information, and the resolution to receive the memo was carried with a vote of 5 in favor and 2 against. The members voting in favor included Mayor Foster, Councillor Anderson, Councillor Hooper, Councillor Jones, and Councillor Neal, while Councillors Traill and Zwart voted against the motion. The discussion highlighted the growing interest in urban farming and the potential legislative considerations for backyard hens in the community.