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Region committed to addressing anti-Black racism

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:

“On behalf of the Region of Durham we are committed to addressing anti-Black racism in our community.

Your voice is important, because Black lives matter. We need to address social injustice. We need to stand for equality. We need to ensure a better tomorrow for residents who call Durham Region home. That’s why we are united, with our...

Chair Henry reminds residents to prevent the spread of COVID-19 this Thanksgiving

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:

“COVID-19 has been hard on all of us, in many different ways. And while Thanksgiving is traditionally a time for friends and families from different households to come together, share a meal and give thanks, we are urging you to celebrate differently this year.

As COVID-19 is actively circulating in our community in this second wave,...

North Durham residents invited to give feedback on needed local support services

Whitby, Ontario – Durham Region is asking for input from Brock Township residents via a public information session and online survey, as it plans to bring additional support services to north Durham. The Region virtual public information session will be held on Thursday, October 29 to gather more input on needed services for residents.

These services will be connected to the new housing project planned in Beaverton. They will serve both the broader community and residents of the development. The...

Lane restrictions at the intersection of Rossland Road West and Westney Road North in Ajax

Whitby, Ontario – The Regional Municipality of Durham is advising residents of lane restrictions at the intersection of Rossland Road West and Westney Road North (Regional Road 31) in the Town of Ajax.

When: October 20 and 21. Unfavourable weather conditions may influence the work schedule.

Where: The intersection of Rossland Road West and Westney Road North, in the Town of Ajax.

Why: Modifications to an existing watermain valve chamber.

Note: The Region realizes that the construction work will be...

Lane restrictions at the intersection of Simcoe Street South and Wentworth Street East in Oshawa

Whitby, Ontario – The Regional Municipality of Durham is advising residents of lane restrictions at the intersection of Simcoe Street South (Regional Road 2) and Wentworth Street East (Regional Road 60) in the City of Oshawa.

When: October 12 to 19 (daytime only). Unfavourable weather conditions may influence the work schedule.

Where: The intersection of Simcoe Street South and Wentworth Street East in Oshawa.

Why: To safely complete construction work to support a new development.

Note: The Region...