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Free tax filing help available to residents living with low income
Posted on Friday, March 07, 2025 11:21 AM
Whitby, Ontario – Durham Region residents who experience economic hardship, unemployment, or who have no income, can get help with filing their taxes for free. Through tax filing, eligible residents can access benefits and credits that would put money in their pockets and help cover basic needs. There are more than 40 benefits and credits in Ontario; many can only be accessed when you file your taxes.
Where: Free tax clinics – including in-person, drop-off and virtual formats – are available...
Region of Durham, one of only eight Canadian municipalities with Triple A credit rating from Moody’s
Posted on Thursday, March 27, 2025 10:39 AM
Whitby, Ontario – The Regional Municipality of Durham’s Triple A credit rating has been reaffirmed by Moody’s Investors Service for the 32nd consecutive year, placing Durham among only eight Canadian municipalities with this distinction.
By maintaining a Triple A credit rating, Durham and its eight local municipalities benefit from lower long-term borrowing costs, especially during periods when significant investment is required.
Moody’s cited Durham’s strong fiscal management, exceptional...
Region of Durham commits $13.25 million to build affordable rental housing
Posted on Wednesday, March 26, 2025 12:33 PM
Whitby, Ontario – There is an urgent need for affordable rental housing. To help address this need, the Region of Durham is committing $13.25 million to support the construction of three affordable rental housing complexes.
This funding comes via the Region’s At Home Incentive Program (AHIP), which encourages the development of new affordable rental housing through funding and priority planning services.
Muslim Welfare Canada will receive $5,750,000 to build 55 units of affordable seniors rental...
Pedestrian crossovers are helping pedestrians to safely cross the street
Posted on Wednesday, March 26, 2025 08:25 AM
Pedestrian crossovers make it safer and easier for pedestrians to cross the street. These locations are designated using special pavement markings, specific signage and sometimes lights.
Drivers, pedestrians and cyclists all have a responsibility to help everyone to safely navigate pedestrian crossovers.
Drivers:
- Come to a complete stop to comply with the "stop for pedestrians" sign, proceed with caution and watch for pedestrians and cyclists.
- Remain stopped until pedestrians have completely...
Call for applications to the Sustainable Food Security Fund
Posted on Monday, March 24, 2025 09:37 AM
Whitby, Ontario – The Region of Durham is accepting applications to the Sustainable Food Security Fund, to support access to fresh, nutritious food for residents experiencing food insecurity.
What: The Sustainable Food Security Fund supports local non-profit organizations with initiatives that promote long-term solutions to improve food security in Durham Region. Examples of projects include market-style food banks, community gardens, nutrition education programs, innovative ideas to recover...
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