News Releases

Celebrate Canada Water Week!

Whitby, Ontario – The Regional Municipality of Durham, Works Department is excited to celebrate our local waters during Canada Water Week (March 20 to 27) and on World Water Day (March 22). In recognition of Canada Water Week, Durham Region has proclaimed March 20 to 27 as Water Week to remind residents about the value of water.

“Durham Region is home to some of the best tap water in the world,” says John Presta, Director of Environmental Services. “Canada Water Week and World Water Day provide...

Map your catch of a lifetime in Durham Region

Whitby, Ontario – Now you can count on making a catch to be proud of, any day of the year, with the all-new Durham Region Fishing Map! Available online and in print, this map was designed to assist seasoned and recreational anglers in exploring Durham Region’s large and welcoming fishing community.

With a unique mix of urban and rural areas, and about 20 varieties of Ontario’s favourite fish, Durham Region provides world-class fishing opportunities year-round. A true four-season fishing destination,...

Cycling is on the map in Durham Region

Whitby, Ontario – If you love the idea of exploring Durham Region’s picturesque waterfronts, rolling hills and spectacular tourist destinations via bicycle, then the all-new 2017 Durham Cycle Tours Map is for you! Durham Tourism is thrilled to release the updated version of this map, which has been designed to offer experienced recreational cyclists with valuable information to plan the perfect cycling excursion in Durham Region.  

The 2017 map includes 14 updated cycling route suggestions,...

Region of Durham offers new online system for social housing vacancies

Whitby, Ontario – As part of At Home in Durham, the Durham Housing Plan 2014-2024, a new online system is now available for applicants on the rent-geared-to-income (RGI) housing waiting list in Durham Region.

The Durham Access to Social Housing (DASH) Vacancies Site at www.durham.ca/DASH allows applicants to view and express interest in RGI vacancies, that they qualify for, with social housing providers and some private landlords throughout the region.

“Finding vacancies is now much easier and...

Durham Region to launch new eProcurement Tool

Whitby, Ontario – The Finance Department, Purchasing Section is pleased to announce the upcoming launch of an integrated, online eProcurement Tool—a product that will allow vendors to view, register and submit bids quickly and easily online in one convenient location.

Beginning in early 2017, this fully electronic method of issuing and accepting bids will be phased in and will result in a more efficient bidding process for both vendors and the Region of Durham. Upon submission of electronic bids,...