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Recognizing one year of COVID-19—a statement from Regional Chair John Henry and all local Mayors

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

“Today, we mark the National Day of Observance for COVID-19—one year since the COVID-19 pandemic began. Flags at all Regional and municipal facilities will be lowered to half-mast to honour those...

Durham Region completes Environmental Assessment for Newcastle Urban Area water supply solutions

Whitby, Ontario – The Regional Municipality of Durham has completed a Municipal Class Environmental Assessment (EA) to determine solutions to ensure the municipal water supply meets the service needs for the existing population and for the forecasted growth in the Newcastle Urban Area.

Based on the findings of this Municipal Class EA study, the preferred solution includes establishing a new pumping station and water reservoir on a new site, located on the west side of Arthur Street, north of the...

Regional Road 50 in Brock closed for rehabilitation of the bridge

Whitby, Ontario – The Regional Municipality of Durham, in partnership with the County of Simcoe, is advising residents that Regional Road 50 will be closed over the Trent Severn Canal in the townships of Brock and Ramara from March 15 until the end of October.

When: Starting March 15 until the end of October. Unfavourable weather conditions may influence the work schedule.

Where: Regional Road 50, between Concession Road 11 and Canal Road, in the townships of Brock and Ramara.

Why: The closure is...

Town of Ajax joins CityStudio Durham

Whitby, Ontario – The Region of Durham is excited to announce that the Town of Ajax has joined CityStudio Durham—a program that pairs post-secondary students with local government to work on innovative projects that help shape the future of Durham.

The Town of Ajax has embarked on a four-month study in partnership with Durham Region and Durham College to explore the experiences of newcomer entrepreneurs. This initiative focuses on understanding their experiences to help develop an ecosystem of support.

CityStudio...

Oshawa COVID-19 vaccination clinic set to begin appointments for residents 80-plus

Whitby, Ontario - Durham Region Health Department is announcing that the Oshawa COVID-19 vaccination clinic site is now accepting appointments for individuals 80 years and older, or those who will be turning 80 this year, to receive COVID-19 vaccinations. This site is located at Durham College/Ontario Tech University Campus Ice Centre, 2200 Simcoe Street North, Oshawa. To book an appointment for this clinic, visit covidvaccine.lh.ca. Seniors who are unable to use the online booking system are invited...