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Region of Durham to test nuclear alerts on November 25 and 26

Whitby, Ontario – The Region of Durham will hold its fall test of the nuclear alerting system on November 25 and 26. The system warns people in the unlikely event of an emergency at the nuclear generating station in Clarington or Pickering.

The test will take place during daytime hours over two days:

On November 25, an auto dialer will call about 100,000 landline phone numbers within 10 kilometres of the nuclear generating stations. The calls will show as coming from 905-666-6291.

On November 26, the...

Can you picture what water means to you?

In celebration of Imagine a Day Without Water, the Region has launched a drawing challenge open to Durham residents 18 years of age and under. Draw or paint a picture of what water means to you and your family.

If your drawing is one of the several chosen, your creation may be featured in the Spring 2020 issue of Durham Works, on our website, or in Regional Water reports! Select entries will also receive a copy of the book Why Water’s Worth It.

Challenge entry ends Sunday, December 1.

To enter, email...

Find unique gifts at our long-term care homes’ holiday sales

Whitby, Ontario – Members of the public are invited to attend holiday sales at three of the Region’s long-term care homes—Hillsdale Estates, Hillsdale Terraces and Lakeview Manor. These events support resident programs.

When and Where:

Hillsdale Estates
Friday, November 29
9 a.m. to 3 p.m.
590 Oshawa Blvd. N., Oshawa

Hillsdale Terraces
Saturday, December 7
9 a.m. to 2 p.m.
600 Oshawa Blvd. N., Oshawa

Lakeview Manor
Tuesday, November 19
11 a.m. to 3 p.m.
133 Main St., Beaverton

Why: All three homes will have knitted...

Sign up for the Canada Learning Bond at an event near you

Whitby, Ontario – Eligible residents can receive money for their child’s education after high school through the Canada Learning Bond. In recognition of Education Savings Week from November 18 to 22, the Region of Durham, in partnership with local municipalities and libraries, school boards, community agencies, Service Canada, and Employment and Social Development Canada (ESDC), is hosting special events where residents can meet with financial institutions and sign up for this benefit.

The Canada...

Durham Region appoints new General Manager of Durham Region Transit

Whitby, Ontario – The Region of Durham is pleased to announce that the Transit Executive Committee has approved the appointment of William (Bill) Holmes to the position of General Manager (GM), Transit for The Regional Municipality of Durham.

“We are pleased to appoint Bill Holmes to this strategic senior position, which oversees our transit operations,” said Elaine Baxter-Trahair, Chief Administrative Officer. “Since joining DRT, Bill has made significant contributions to the team; always ensuring...