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Port Perry residents asked to conserve water during the completion of a watermain connection
Posted on Wednesday, November 16, 2022 08:35 AM
Whitby, Ontario – The Regional Municipality of Durham is asking residents using the Port Perry municipal water supply to practise additional water conservation efforts as the Works Department connects the recently installed watermain along Scugog Line 3. The new watermain will improve water supply for residents.
When: Thursday, November 24 from 7 a.m. to 8 p.m. Residents should refrain from non-essential water use during this time. Once the work is completed, residents may return to normal water...
Eligible families can apply for the Canada Learning Bond this Education Savings Week
Posted on Monday, November 14, 2022 10:44 AM
Whitby, Ontario – In honour of Education Savings Week (November 13 to 20), the Region of Durham is reminding eligible residents to apply for the Canada Learning Bond to help save for post-secondary school.
Eligible families in Durham Region can receive up to $2,000 from the Government of Canada for their child’s post-secondary education. The benefit is deposited directly into a Registered Education Savings Plan for the child.
To qualify for the Canada Learning Bond benefit:
- the child must be born...
Draft Growth Allocations and Settlement Area Boundary Expansions map available for comment
Posted on Thursday, November 10, 2022 03:00 PM
Whitby, Ontario – The Regional Municipality of Durham has released draft area municipal growth allocations and draft Settlement Area Boundary Expansions geographic locations for public review and comment. An interactive map has been developed to facilitate input on the draft Settlement Area Boundary Expansion areas.
What: The draft area municipal Growth Allocations and Settlement Area Boundary Expansion represent the second phase of Durham Region’s Growth Management Study under Envision Durham, which...
Region appoints new Commissioner of Corporate Services
Posted on Thursday, November 10, 2022 01:55 PM
Whitby, Ontario – Durham Region is pleased to announce the appointment of Barb Goodwin to the position of Commissioner of Corporate Services for The Regional Municipality of Durham.
“As a dynamic and trusted leader—with a proven passion for innovation and service excellence—Barb is a forward thinker who understands the importance of innovation and change within a progressive organization,” said Elaine Baxter-Trahair, Chief Administrative Officer.
Known for her excellent problem-solving skills and...
Chair Henry statement on Bill 23, the province’s most recent housing supply bill
Posted on Thursday, November 10, 2022 10:03 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:
“For years, municipal leaders from across Ontario have been working together to address increasing housing supply and affordability issues within our communities. We’ve made investments; offered innovative solutions; and carefully considered available land options for future developments that help to meet the specific needs of our...
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