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Printed waste collection calendars will no longer be distributed to reduce waste
Posted on Wednesday, April 05, 2023 10:26 AM
Waste collection calendars are going digital! As part of The Region of Durham’s Long-term Waste Management Plan to mitigate environmental impacts, paper waste collection calendars will no longer be distributed to households. Eliminating the paper calendars will save on printing and distribution costs while also reducing waste.
Residents of the Town of Ajax, Municipality of Clarington, City of Pickering, and Townships of Brock, Scugog and Uxbridge are encouraged to download the Durham Region Waste...
Regional Chair brings Passover greetings
Posted on Wednesday, April 05, 2023 08:47 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:
“Beginning today (April 5) at sundown, Jewish communities in Durham Region and around the world will begin the eight-day celebration of Passover (or Pesach). This important holiday commemorates the emancipation of Jewish people from slavery in ancient Egypt, celebrating the freedom and perseverance of Jewish communities.
Passover is...
Explore a career in early childhood education at the Early Learning and Child Care Showcase
Posted on Tuesday, April 04, 2023 11:31 AM
Whitby, Ontario – The Region of Durham is hosting an Early Learning and Child Care Showcase for community members considering a career in early childhood education.
What: Learn about career opportunities, post-secondary education programs, and chat with educators and representatives from local child care and early learning organizations. The Early Learning and Child Care Showcase will also feature an exhibit of work completed by local children and educators, and interactive learning experiences.
Durham Region recognizes Transgender Day of Visibility
Posted on Friday, March 31, 2023 09:48 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; and the Mayors of the Town of Ajax, Township of Brock, Municipality of Clarington, City of Oshawa, City of Pickering, Township of Scugog, Township of Uxbridge and Town of Whitby:
“March 31 is Transgender Day of Visibility, a day dedicated to recognizing the many achievements of transgender, Two-Spirit and non-binary people; and to...
Region of Durham commits $7.45 million towards the development of affordable housing
Posted on Thursday, March 30, 2023 09:45 AM
Whitby, Ontario –The Regional Municipality of Durham will provide $7.45 million to support the development of two affordable housing projects through the Region’s new At Home Incentive Program.
Riverbank Homes Limited will receive $5.5 million to build 75 units in the City of Oshawa and Kindred Works will receive $1.95 million to build 13 units in the City of Pickering.
Riverbank Homes proposes one- and two-bedroom units within a six-storey building at 109 Colborne Street West in Oshawa. The...
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