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Durham Region supports 2SLGBTQI+ communities and champions equity and acceptance for all
Posted on Wednesday, September 20, 2023 08:00 AM
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:
“Today (September 20), we take this opportunity to reinforce our support to our local 2SLGBTQI+ communities and school boards in light of today’s planned protests across Canada.
In Durham Region, we strive to create safe, respectful and inclusive communities where everyone is welcomed and is valued for who they are.
It is important...
Share the road with farm equipment
Posted on Tuesday, September 19, 2023 09:47 AM
With harvest season underway, drivers may experience temporary delays on rural roads due to slow moving farm machinery. Motorists are reminded to be patient and cautious when sharing the road with these vehicles.
Farmers have the important task of transporting the food that feeds our communities, and as part of that transportation they often use public roads to get from field to field, both day and night.
Safety tips to observe when coming across farm machinery on Regional roads include:
- Recognize...
Upcoming closure of southbound lanes on Harmony Road North in Oshawa
Posted on Monday, September 18, 2023 12:23 PM
Whitby, Ontario – The Regional Municipality of Durham is advising residents of the upcoming closure of southbound lanes only on Harmony Road North (Regional Road 33) in the City of Oshawa.
When: September 30 only from approximately 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. Unfavourable weather conditions may impact the work schedule.
Where: The southbound lanes will be closed on Harmony Road North, from Greenhill Avenue to Conlin Road East, in the City of Oshawa.
Why: The lane closure will be in place to safely repair a...
New animated video helps to increase awareness of KI tablets in Durham Region
Posted on Monday, September 18, 2023 09:51 AM
Whitby, Ontario – To help increase awareness of the availability of KI tablets, Durham Region Health Department has developed a new animated video, which encourages residents living within 10-kilometres of the Region’s two nuclear generating stations in Pickering and Darlington to get their supply of KI tablets. Entitled, “Got Yours?”, the video can be viewed on the Health Department’s YouTube channel at youtube.com/DurhamHealth.
“If you live or work near Durham Region’s two nuclear generating...
Region to host Community Engagement Session for 1635 Dundas
Posted on Wednesday, September 13, 2023 03:46 PM
Whitby, Ontario – The Regional Municipality of Durham will be hosting a Community Engagement Session, on Tuesday, October 3, for residents to hear a presentation, ask questions and share ideas for 1635 Dundas. Community feedback is essential in helping shape the services provided at this location; its positive path forward.
Please note: Registration will be required to attend the session in person, due to limited capacity. Sign up information is provided below. The session will be live streamed...
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