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Durham students learn about agricultural science and farming in Durham Region

Whitby, Ontario – Last week, more than 300 Durham high school students attended the Durham Farm Connections agri-science education day, held at Clarington Central Secondary School.

The agriculture education program is designed to align with curriculum requirements for Grade 9 and 10 science, Grade 11 biology and environmental science, and Grade 12 biology. Students attended the program for one class period (75 minutes) and rotated through agriculture-themed stations covering topics such as:...

Drop off electronic waste, household hazardous waste and reusable items in Pickering on October 13

Whitby, Ontario – The Regional Municipality of Durham, Works Department, in partnership with the City of Pickering, invites residents to drop off electronic waste, household hazardous waste, and reusable items—free of charge—at a special collection event.

When: Saturday, October 13, from 8 a.m. to noon (rain or shine)

Where: Pickering Recreation Complex, 1867 Valley Farm Road, Pickering

Why:

Electronic waste collection: To provide residents with a convenient, free drop-off service to recycle their...

Durham Region hosts the Hello Tomorrow: Durham Smart Cities Forum

Whitby, Ontario – Today, The Regional Municipality of Durham successfully hosted the Hello Tomorrow: Durham Smart Cities Forum at University of Ontario Institute of Technology (UOIT) in the City of Oshawa.

More than 300 residents, community partners, businesses, academics, students, government officials and tech industry leaders in Durham Region and beyond registered to attend the forum to share feedback on, and learn more about, smart cities approaches and technologies.

“This event is the...

Durham Region appoints Chief Administrative Officer

Whitby, Ontario – Durham Region’s Chief Administrative Officer Selection Committee has confirmed the appointment of Elaine Baxter-Trahair to the position of Chief Administrative Officer (CAO) for The Regional Municipality of Durham, effective December 1, 2018.

“We are pleased to announce the appointment of Elaine Baxter-Trahair as Chief Administrative Officer,” said Gerri Lynn O’Connor, Regional Chair and Chief Executive Officer. “Elaine understands the importance of collaboration and partnership;...

Asphalt repairs will cause lane restrictions on Regional Highway 47 in Uxbridge

Whitby, Ontario – The Regional Municipality of Durham, Works Department would like to advise residents of lane restrictions on Regional Highway 47, from York-Durham Line to Concession Road 2, in Uxbridge tomorrow.

When: Thursday, September 27. Unfavourable weather conditions may influence the work schedule.

Where: Regional Highway 47, from York-Durham Line to Concession Road 2, in the Township of Uxbridge.

Why: Asphalt repairs.

Note: The Region realizes that the work may be disruptive, and will make...