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Durham Region recognizes local environmental achievement
Posted on Friday, October 15, 2021 11:29 AM
Whitby, Ontario – The winners of the Durham Environmental Advisory Committee’s (DEAC) 2021 Environmental Achievement Awards were recognized last night, during a special virtual ceremony.
Established in 2003, the award categories—named in memory of past environmental leaders—recognize and acknowledge environmental achievements of individuals and organizations in the public, private and non-profit sectors within Durham Region. The program is intended to recognize efforts to promote, preserve and enhance...
Durham Region seeks community members to share their stories of the pandemic
Posted on Friday, October 15, 2021 08:30 AM
Whitby, Ontario – Throughout the COVID-19 pandemic, our community has remained #DurhamStrong through our resilient spirit. The past year and a half has changed the way we work, communicate, and live. Yet, everyone has faced different struggles and triumphs throughout this time.
As Durham Region looks to the future—and economic and community recovery—we are calling on residents to share their unique experiences with us on a new, interactive platform: durham.ca/PandemicStories.
Get involved by sharing...
Durham Region celebrates Waste Reduction Week October 18 to 24
Posted on Thursday, October 14, 2021 03:52 PM
Whitby, Ontario – The Regional Municipality of Durham is celebrating the 20th anniversary of Waste Reduction Week (WRW) in Canada from October 18 to 24. Each day during the week will have a different theme focused on the efforts of the Region and its residents to reduce waste through daily actions.
The program will highlight the principles of a circular economy, resource efficiency and waste reduction. The primary goal of the week is to celebrate environmental efforts and achievements while encouraging...
Join us October 19 for a virtual Town Hall on Durham Region’s Waste Plan
Posted on Thursday, October 14, 2021 11:16 AM
Join us October 19 for a virtual Town Hall on Durham Region’s Waste Plan
Join Durham Region’s Director of Waste Management Services and members of our Waste Management leadership team on October 19 for an hour-long virtual Town Hall session on the Long-term Waste Management Plan (Waste Plan).
Community members will have the opportunity to learn more about:
- The Region’s 2021-2040 Long-term Waste Management Plan.
- The proposed targets and actions to achieve the plan’s approved vision and objectives.
Recycle your batteries during the week of November 8
Posted on Wednesday, October 13, 2021 11:07 AM
Whitby, Ontario – The Regional Municipality of Durham is reminding residents to place their used or unwanted household batteries out for recycling on their collection day, during the week of November 8.
When: Fall battery collection occurs the week of November 8 on blue box collection days.
Where: Households across Durham Region who currently receive curbside collection services.
Why: Batteries are not garbage – up to 92 per cent of battery components are recyclable and recoverable. By taking part...
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