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Durham Region reminds residents of the 2022 municipal election and Regional Chair position

Whitby, Ontario – The Regional Municipality of Durham would like to remind residents of the upcoming municipal election taking place on Monday, October 24. All eligible electors in Durham Region will have the opportunity to elect a Regional Chair, via general vote.

Why: In the 2022 municipal election, eligible electors may vote for a Regional Chair, in addition to offices of mayor, local and regional councillors, and school board trustees.

When: This year’s municipal elections will take place on...

Lifting the state of emergency in Durham Region

On March 28, 2022, Regional Chair and CEO John Henry officially lifted the state of emergency in Durham Region.

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Good morning, everyone.

I would like to begin by thanking all of the Mayors, Regional Councillors, and everyone else in attendance.

Today, March 28, in consultation with the Regional Medical Officer of Health, the Chief Administrative Officer, Regional Emergency Control Group, and in partnership with all of our local municipalities, I am happy to officially...

Region of Durham lifts state of emergency

Whitby, Ontario – The following statement is being issued on behalf of John Henry, Regional Chair and Chief Executive Officer:

“Today, March 28, in consultation with the Durham Region Medical Officer of Health, the Chief Administrative Officer, Regional Emergency Control Group, and in partnership with all of our local municipalities, I am happy to officially lift the state of emergency in Durham Region.

When I declared the state of emergency two years ago, no one truly knew the challenging journey...

Tap into Durham Region talent to propel your business forward

Whitby, Ontario –  The demand for a talented workforce has never been greater. In Durham Region, our post-secondary schools provide an opportunity for businesses to tap into quality talent, offering energetic graduates, leading-edge training facilities, innovative research and development capabilities.

Durham Region is home to three renowned post-secondary institutions: Durham College, Ontario Tech University, and Trent University Durham GTA. With more than 30,000 full-time students enrolled...

Lane restrictions on Bowmanville Avenue and King Street West in Bowmanville

Whitby, Ontario – The Regional Municipality of Durham is advising residents of northbound and southbound lane restrictions on Bowmanville Avenue (Regional Road 57), and eastbound lane restrictions on King Street West in the community of Bowmanville in the Municipality of Clarington.

When: April 6. Unfavourable weather conditions may influence the work schedule.

Where: Bowmanville Avenue (Regional Road 57), from 200 metres north of Regional Highway 2 to 100 metres south of Regional Highway 2; and...