News Releases

Extended heat warning terminated

Whitby, Ontario - The Health Department is advising Durham Region residents that the extended heat warning issued August 28 is now terminated. The Health Department will continue to monitor information received from Environment Canada and will provide updates, as necessary, to area residents.

During the extended heat warning, the Health Department advised area residents to take precautions to prevent heat-related illness. While extreme heat can put everyone at risk from heat illnesses, health...

Explore the new durhamtourism.ca

Whitby, Ontario – Durham Tourism is excited to announce the launch of their redesigned website, durhamtourism.ca. The updated website is mobile-friendly and features new design elements, an enhanced events calendar, and integration with Durham Tourism’s social media channels.

“We invite you to explore the new durhamtourism.ca and discover all that Durham Region has to offer,” says Kathy Weiss, Director, Economic Development and Tourism, “From our family friendly attractions, to our vibrant arts community,...

New innovation centre to connect academic experts from around the world; focus on automotive sector

Whitby, Ontario – The Planning and Economic Development Department, Economic Development and Tourism Division is pleased to announce the formation of the C.C. Chan Academician Science and Technology Innovation Centre that will utilize knowledge sharing to develop technologies within the automotive sector.

“Durham Region has a long history of invention and production in the automotive industry. This investment honours and expands that heritage, skill and expertise,” stated Gerri Lynn O’Connor, Regional...

Durham Region works together to complete the 31-day Active Switch challenge

Whitby, Ontario – The Regional Municipality of Durham thanks all who participated in the Active Switch challenge throughout the month of July. The 31-day competition encouraged residents to travel by foot or bike, promoting active and healthy travel options in Durham Region. 

“The Active Switch program promotes physical activity as a critical component to staying healthy,” said Brian Bridgeman, Commissioner of Planning and Economic Development. “By participating in this challenge, residents not...

Ambient Air Monitoring Test Results

Whitby, Ontario – The Regional Municipality of Durham would like to advise residents that test results from an ambient air monitoring station at the Courtice Water Pollution Control Plant (WPCP) measured an exceedance for dioxins and furans on May 26. The Region of Durham maintains four off-site, ambient air monitoring stations as part of the requirements to operate the Durham York Energy Centre, set out by the Ministry of Environment, Conservation and Parks (MOECP). This is the first exceedance...