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Residents of Durham Region invited to comment on draft Durham Community Energy Plan

Whitby, Ontario – The Regional Municipality of Durham, in collaboration with all eight area municipalities, five local utilities and other energy experts, is developing the Durham Community Energy Plan (DCEP), and we need your help.

When: Beginning November 13, the Region of Durham will be asking for feedback on the draft DCEP, which is a strategy that defines the community’s energy priorities to the year 2050. The survey will be open to the public for submissions until December 17, 2018.

Where: A...

Durham Region reflects on Amazon HQ2 experience

Whitby, Ontario – Durham Region remains the right choice for a bright future. While Amazon has announced that the Toronto Global Amazon HQ2 bid was not successful in the competition, The Regional Municipality of Durham is thankful to have had the opportunity to work closely with area municipalities, the regional economic development organization, Toronto Global, and neighbouring communities in the GTA to identify sites and put together a strong bid submission.

“Thank you to everyone who helped show...

Sign up for the Canada Learning Bond at a special event

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, the Region of Durham, in partnership with the City of Oshawa, is hosting a special event where residents can meet with financial institutions and sign up for this benefit.

When: November 21 from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Where: South Oshawa Community Centre, 1455 Cedar Street, Oshawa

Why: Residents can get free money for their child’s...

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. Proceeds from these events will benefit resident programs.

When and Where:

Hillsdale Estates

Friday, November 23

10 a.m. to 4 p.m.

590 Oshawa Blvd. N., Oshawa

Hillsdale Terraces

Saturday, December 1

9 a.m. to 1 p.m.

600 Oshawa Blvd. N., Oshawa

Lakeview Manor

Thursday, November 20

1 to 3 p.m.

133 Main St., Beaverton

Why: All three homes...

Expressions of interest now being accepted for membership on the Durham Environmental Advisory Committee

Expressions of interest are now being accepted from individuals who wish to be considered for volunteer membership on the Durham Environmental Advisory Committee (DEAC).

DEAC is a volunteer advisory committee that provides advice to The Regional Municipality of Durham on environmental planning matters and is involved in environmental awareness and outreach activities. DEAC is composed of 17 members, including: 13 citizen members; one post-secondary student member; two youth members; and a representative...