News Releases

Region celebrates Earth Day with launch of digital tools to support engagement on climate action

Whitby, Ontario – Today (April 22) is Earth Day in Durham Region and around the world. As the threat of the climate crisis increases, each Earth Day provides an opportunity to reflect on our progress and reconfirm our commitment to taking action at the local and regional level to address this global challenge.

This Earth Day, Durham Region is proud to announce the launch of two online initiatives, the Durham Climate Dashboard and the Durham Climate and Sustainability News page.

The new online

Durham Region’s Waste Management Facilities increasing user fees effective May 1

Whitby, Ontario – Effective May 1, 2024, the minimum user fee for general residential and commercial garbage waste will increase from $5 per load to $7 per load for loads up to 40 kilograms (88 pounds). For every eight kilograms greater than 40 kilograms, the fee will increase from $1 to $1.40. The flat rate for loads weighing 1,000 kilograms (metric tonne) or more will increase from $125 to $175 per 1,000 kilograms. In addition, fees for fill materials and mixed loads containing fill materials...

Health Department launches new interactive dashboard to monitor local opioid statistics

Whitby, Ontario - Durham Region Health Department has developed a new interactive dashboard to monitor local opioid-related statistics and issues. This new dashboard, known as the Durham Region Opioid Information System (DROIS), will replace the previous online monitoring resource of the same name and will continue to be located on durham.ca.

This new dashboard provides timely information on local opioid overdose-related statistics including, Region of Durham Paramedic Services (RDPS) response...

Invest Durham announces the return of the 1855 MASTERCLASS series

Whitby, Ontario – Invest Durham, in collaboration with 1855 Accelerator and Ontario Tech University, is thrilled to announce the relaunch of the popular 1855 MASTERCLASS series. The educational initiative aims to empower local businesses, entrepreneurs, and tech enthusiasts by providing access to thought-provoking insights, expert knowledge, and networking opportunities.

Initially launched in 2019, the 1855 MASTERCLASS series provides access to some of the most visionary and disruptive leaders in...

Health Department investigating confirmed case of measles in Durham Region

Whitby, Ontario - Durham Region Health Department has received confirmation of a case of measles in a local adult who acquired the illness during recent travel abroad. The individual is currently isolated at home.

Currently, the Health Department is investigating and following up directly with known contacts in Durham Region who may have been exposed to the measles virus through this individual and has also followed up with other appropriate jurisdictions regarding possible exposures outside of...