News Releases

Chair Henry welcomes Ontario government’s commitment to broadband

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:

“Broadband access is a vital piece of modern infrastructure that is essential for communication, entertainment, and the economic competitiveness of our residents, businesses and institutions. During the COVID-19 pandemic, the importance of broadband access has been amplified even more.

We have continued to advocate the provincial and...

Regions of Durham and York launch new Durham York Energy Centre website

Whitby, Ontario – The Regional Municipalities of Durham and York announce the launch of the new Durham York Energy Centre (DYEC) website DurhamYorkWaste.ca.

This new and intuitive website aims to help residents and stakeholders learn more about the DYEC. Residents can now easily search the website for information from their smartphones or computer.

The website features virtual tours, real time air emissions data, electricity generation information, event calendars, a user-friendly search bar on the...

Durham Region shares suitability study for Beaverton Supportive Housing Project

Whitby, Ontario – An independent review of Durham Region’s new Beaverton Supportive Housing development, scheduled for opening in fall 2021, shows the urgent need for this expedited development.

OrgCode Consulting, Inc. was retained by the Region of Durham to provide an independent and objective study of the new supportive housing development, to be located at 133 Main Street in Beaverton (within the Township of Brock).

The study, which is now available online at durham.ca/SupportiveHousing, reports...

On Demand is in demand; close to 6,000 trips booked in first month

Whitby, Ontario – Durham Region Transit (DRT) launched a new service plan, including a new On Demand service model, a month ago to meet existing and projected customer demand, from early morning to late night, seven days a week. Part of the Ridership Recovery Framework, with a goal of encouraging and increasing transit ridership, the first month of On Demand ridership numbers are in and are encouraging:

• 5,844 trips delivered
• 65 per cent trips booked through the DRT On Demand app
• 30 per cent of users...

Seniors urged to call Durham Public Health about eligibility for Ontario Seniors Dental Care Program

Whitby, Ontario - Durham Region Health Department is reminding area seniors to connect with the Health Department to determine eligibility for the Ontario Seniors Dental Care Program (OSDCP) before going to a dentist. Individuals 65 and older can obtain an application online or contact the Health Department to have one mailed to them. Applications are approved by the province based on annual tax returns. Once a senior has been approved for the program, they can come to the Health Department...