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Region of Durham celebrates Pride Month

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:

“Tomorrow (June 1) marks the beginning of Pride season in Canada. Here in Durham Region, we are proud to recognize Pride Month; to champion equity and celebrate the ongoing and positive contributions of Two-Spirit, lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer and intersex (2SLGBTQI+) communities.

Safe and inclusive communities are...

Region of Durham recognizes National Indigenous History Month

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:

“National Indigenous History Month (June) is a time to recognize the rich and diverse history of Indigenous Peoples; focusing on the continued stewardship of the lands and waters we reside on.

It is a time for all Canadians to renew relationships with First Nations, Inuit, and Métis Peoples based on the recognition of rights, respect...

Youth Pride Durham Returns June 22!

Whitby, Ontario – Youth Pride Durham returns on June 22 for a vibrant afternoon full of fun, music, dancing and food.

This free celebration will feature electrifying live performances from Sofonda and Wilma; catchy tunes from DJ Psi; as well as face painting, a photo booth and resource village! Bring your reusable water bottles, and stay hydrated at our water station.

Durham Alliance Outreach, the only 2SLGBTQI+ food pantry in the region, will be on-site collecting donations. You are encouraged to...

Lane restrictions on Champlain Avenue in the Town of Whitby

Whitby, Ontario – The Regional Municipality of Durham is advising residents of lane restrictions on Champlain Avenue (Regional Road 25A) in the Town of Whitby.

When: June 3 to July 19. Unfavourable weather conditions may impact the work schedule.

Where: Lane restrictions will be in place on Champlain Avenue, from 780 metres west of Thornton Road South (Regional Road 52) to one kilometre west of Thornton Road South, in the Town of Whitby.

Why: The lane restrictions will be in place for the safe...

Health Department celebrates World No Tobacco Day, May 31

Whitby, Ontario – May 31 is World No Tobacco Day (WNTD) and Durham Region Health Department will mark this event by reminding everyone that it’s never too late to quit smoking and bringing awareness of the harms of tobacco marketing to youth.

WNTD was created by the World Health Organization (WHO) in 1987 and is recognized each year on May 31 to highlight the harmful effects of tobacco. This annual event highlights the tobacco epidemic and emphasizes the important work still to be done in tobacco...