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Durham Region shows its pride with rainbow crosswalk
Posted on Tuesday, January 28, 2020 08:00 AM
The Region of Durham is sending a message of inclusion to everyone who visits its corporate headquarters building in Whitby with the installation of a rainbow crosswalk.
We want everyone who enters our headquarters building to feel welcome when they cross the vibrant rainbow crosswalk. Durham’s beautiful new crosswalk is a bold symbol of belonging—showcasing how the Region of Durham values, embraces and celebrates diversity and equality. Everyone is welcome in Durham.
Durham Region’s Headquarters building,...
Road closure on Old Orchard Avenue in the City of Pickering
Posted on Monday, January 27, 2020 08:15 AM
Whitby, Ontario – The Regional Municipality of Durham, Works Department advises residents of a road closure on Old Orchard Avenue in the City of Pickering.
When: January 28 and 29. Unfavorable weather conditions may influence the work schedule.
Where: Old Orchard Avenue, from Liverpool Road to Douglas Avenue, in the City of Pickering.
Why: To install a water service and sanitary service across the roadway.
Note: Most residents will have access to their driveways. The Region realizes that the work is...
Durham Region calls for provincial partnership; strengthening opportunities for our rural communities
Posted on Thursday, January 23, 2020 09:15 AM
Whitby, Ontario – During the Rural Ontario Municipal Association (ROMA) annual conference—held January 19 to 21—representatives from The Regional Municipality of Durham met with provincial cabinet ministers to discuss opportunities specific to our region’s rural communities.
These discussions—designed to help strengthen partnerships and offer solutions for a stronger and more resilient region—focused on provincial support and action related to two main issues:
- Broadband: A vital piece of modern...
Access and Privacy Office opens at Regional Headquarters
Posted on Wednesday, January 22, 2020 02:45 AM
Whitby, Ontario – Today, The Regional Municipality of Durham’s Corporate Services– Legislative Services Division officially opened its Access and Privacy Office. While information and privacy requests have always been processed through the Region, the creation of this dedicated office highlights the importance placed on public access to information, and supports the government’s goal of transparency and accountability.
The Access and Privacy Office ensures that Durham Region provides residents and...
Waste Management Centre in Whitby has new bin sale/exchange hours
Posted on Friday, January 17, 2020 01:15 AM
Whitby, Ontario – The Waste Management Centre in Whitby has new operational hours for blue box and green bin sales/exchanges, effective immediately.
What:
Hours of operation
- Monday to Friday: 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
When: Effective immediately.
Where: 4600 Garrard Road North, Town of Whitby
Note: Replacements bins are free. You can also buy and exchange bins at the Household Special Waste Depot at 1998 Bowmanville Ave., Bowmanville. The Household Special Waste Depot is open Wednesday to Friday from 10 a...
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