Clarington bans rodenticides at recreation facilities

Clarington has banned the use of rodenticides at all Municipal recreation facilities as of July 1, 2024.

In response to concerns raised by residents about how rodenticide use can be unintentionally harmful to other wildlife, pets, and children, Clarington conducted a successful pilot project at the Courtice Community Complex in the first half of 2024. The project demonstrated that identifying and addressing potential access points and using traps kept mice and rats out of the facility just as effectively as rodenticides.

As a result, Council approved the expansion of the program to the rest of Clarington’s indoor recreation facilities. Council also directed staff to develop a rodenticide-free pest control management protocol that could be applied to all Municipal buildings and properties.