COVID-19 Updates

Durham Region Health Department confirms second and third cases of COVID-19-related deaths

Whitby, Ontario - Durham Region Health Department has received confirmation of the Region’s second and third COVID-19-related deaths. The second individual is a male in his 80s, who had a history of travel. He was hospitalized at Lakeridge Health Oshawa on March 23 and passed away on March 24. The third individual is a male in his 40s who had no history of travel. He was hospitalized at Lakeridge Health Oshawa on March 19 and passed away on March 25.

“We are truly saddened to learn of these two additional...

Durham Region declares state of emergency

Whitby, Ontario – Today, John Henry, Regional Chair and Chief Executive Officer made the following statement:

“Today, based on information collected over the last few days and in consultation with the Chief Administrative Officer, Regional Emergency Control Group, Regional Medical Officer of Health and Durham Emergency Management, I am declaring a State of Emergency in the Region of Durham.

This is a critical time in our efforts to slow the spread of COVID-19. Cases are climbing across Durham Region....

What does this mean: State of emergency declaration in Durham Region

Whitby, Ontario – In follow up to the State of Emergency declaration in the Region of Durham—on behalf of John Henry, Regional Chair and Chief Executive Officer—residents are asked to note the following information about this declaration:

• It is made in accordance with the Emergency Management By-law.
• It demonstrates to residents that the municipality is taking the current situation seriously; using every step possible to protect our community from this threat.
• It has no impact or influence over the...

Durham Region Health Department confirms COVID-19-related death of local resident

CORRECTION: PLEASE NOTE THAT THE INFORMATION BELOW HAS BEEN UPDATED TO REFLECT THAT A FEMALE RESIDENT PASSED AWAY, NOT A MALE AS ORIGINALLY REPORTED.

Whitby, Ontario - Durham Region Health Department has received confirmation of the Region’s first COVID-19-related death. The individual, a female in her 90s, was a resident at Hillsdale Terraces in Oshawa, and was recently confirmed positive for COVID-19. The individual passed away on March 23 after being transferred from Hillsdale Terraces to Lakeridge...

Supporting vulnerable populations in Durham Region during COVID-19

Whitby, Ontario – Amid the COVID19 situation, the Durham Region Social Services Department is working with community partners to ensure support continues for those who need it most.

Community resources

A new web page, durham.ca/CommunityResources, compiles a list of local resources available for vulnerable and marginalized individuals in the community. If you are worried about your income, shelter, food security, mental health, or transportation, please visit this website. This resource will be...