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Durham Region leading the way with electric vehicle charging stations at Headquarters

Durham Region now has six new electric vehicle charging stations at its corporate headquarters building at 605 Rossland Road East in Whitby.

The charging stations, located along the north wall on the first floor of the parking garage, are available for use by staff and visitors of Durham Regional Headquarters. Designated parking for electric vehicles is also available.

Reducing greenhouse gas emissions is an economic, social and environmental priority for Durham Region, which is why we want to make...

Region of Durham awarded $60,000 towards energy renovation program for homeowners

Whitby, Ontario – The Region of Durham is taking action towards a cleaner, greener future with help from the Atmospheric Fund. The fund has granted $60,000 to the Region to design an energy renovation program for homeowners.

“I’m thrilled to have the support of the Atmospheric Fund as we take yet another step forward to address our climate emergency,” said Ian McVey, Manager of Sustainability, Region of Durham. “These funds will help us design a made-in-Durham solution to a key challenge: lowering...

Reminder: help clear snow around fire hydrants

Whitby, Ontario – The Works Department reminds residents and businesses to clear the snow surrounding fire hydrants on or near their property, to increase safety and emergency response in the community.

When: Residents and businesses are asked to help clear the snow surrounding fire hydrants after snowfalls.

Where: Residents and businesses should ensure that any hydrant in front of, or adjacent to, their property is clear of snow by at least 60 cm (two feet) and easily visible from the road.

Why: When...

Construction at intersection of South Blair Street and Victoria Street this weekend

Whitby, Ontario – Lanes will be reduced at the intersection of South Blair Street and Victoria Street in Whitby next weekend, as the Region of Durham installs a new watermain.

When: Saturday, February 29 at 7 a.m. until Sunday, March 1 at 5 p.m. Unfavorable weather conditions may influence the work schedule.

Where: Victoria Street at South Blair Street. Lanes will be reduced in all directions, and there will be no left turns permitted from Victoria Street onto South Blair Street. Detour routes will...

Residents can have their voice heard on the Region’s new Community Safety and Well-Being Plan (CSWP)

Whitby, Ontario – Durham Region is developing a Community Safety and Well-Being Plan (CSWP), as required by the new legislative amendments to the Police Services Act. This will be undertaken in a collaborative manner with Durham Regional Police Service, a steering committee, community partners and members of the public.

To assist in the development of our CSWP, the Region wants to know the main issues people who live or work in Durham are facing. Residents can provide their feedback through a survey...