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Delivering Durham’s connected future: Broadband milestone achieved ahead of schedule
Posted on Friday, January 17, 2025 10:02 AM
Whitby, Ontario – The Regional Municipality of Durham is celebrating a major milestone as it announces substantial completion of Durham OneNet’s flagship broadband project, Project Genesis.
Enabled by federal, provincial and Regional funding, Project Genesis is a strategic partnership between the public and private sector to build secure, scalable broadband infrastructure that connects underserved communities, improves Regional services and supports economic competitiveness across Durham Region.
Regional Chair brings greetings for the new year
Posted on Wednesday, January 01, 2025 08:12 AM
Whitby, Ontario – The following statement is being issued on behalf of John Henry, Regional Chair and Chief Executive Officer for The Regional Municipality of Durham:
“On behalf of Durham Regional Council, I would like to wish everyone in Durham a healthy, safe and happy new year.
This past year was truly memorable. We celebrated our 50th anniversary with the community. We reflected on our region’s rich history and heritage, acknowledging the incredible progress we have made. And we planned for...
Regional Council approves 2025 Business Plans and Budget including water and sewer rates
Posted on Friday, December 20, 2024 12:48 PM
Whitby, Ontario – Durham Regional Council has approved the 2025 Business Plans and Budget including the water supply and sanitary sewer use rates.
The approved budget requires a net property tax increase of 7.4 per cent (4.4 per cent for Durham Regional Police Service, 3 per cent for Regionally supported services). For residents this means approximately 5.8 per cent increase in the overall property tax bill and a monthly increase of approximately $20 for an average residential property in Durham...
Durham Region announces first recipients of para sport grant
Posted on Wednesday, December 04, 2024 10:17 AM
Whitby, Ontario – In celebration of this week’s International Day of Persons with Disabilities, the Regional Municipality of Durham is announcing the first five recipients of the Durham Region Para Sport and Recreation Opportunities Fund, in partnership with Durham Community Foundation.
The five recipients of funds are:
- Precious Minds Support Services for its Fitness Zone Swim Program. The program will teach youth with autism critical water safety and swimming skills.
- Durham College Athletics toward...
Durham Region celebrates all abilities on International Day of Persons with Disabilities
Posted on Tuesday, December 03, 2024 08:37 AM
Whitby, Ontario – The following statement is being issued on behalf of John Henry, Regional Chair and Chief Executive Officer for The Regional Municipality of Durham:
“International Day of Persons with Disabilities is an opportunity to celebrate people of all identities and abilities and their contributions to our community. This day recognizes the important role that persons with disabilities play in creating a more inclusive and sustainable world. It also emphasizes the importance of ensuring...
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