News Releases

Funding opportunities available for community service providers in response to COVID-19

Whitby, Ontario – The COVID-19 pandemic is an unprecedented time in Durham Region and, as a result, many residents are experiencing new and unique needs.

In response to this need, the Region of Durham has convened a Durham Region COVID-19 Funders’ Table—which includes the United Way, Durham Community Foundation, the Red Cross, local area municipalities and the Region of Durham. The table works to identify the most pressing needs in the region based on data, and to ensure that community funding...

Non-medical masks and face coverings mandatory while in indoor places accessible to the public

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, Dr. Robert Kyle, Durham Region Medical Officer of Health, issued instructions to ensure the mandatory use of non-medical masks or face coverings within most public and enclosed indoor spaces, effective July 10.

This means that non-medical masks or face coverings are mandatory for all community members, with the exception of those...

Statement from Regional Chair on Canada Day

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, we celebrate one of the best countries in the world. In Canada, we stand with each other—proud of our diversity and united in our hopes for the future.

Our nation’s success comes from the strength of its people. In these challenging and unpredictable times, Canadians have shown tremendous resilience; lifting each other up and...

New strategic plan demonstrates why Durham is – simply – more

Whitby, Ontario – The future of Durham Region is bright; supported with a strong, five-year strategic plan that identifies key priorities for Regional Council and outlines our continued delivery of award-winning programs and services.

As one of the fastest growing municipalities in North America, this plan reflects Durham’s innovative and resilient economy; featuring autonomous and electric vehicles, artificial intelligence and personalized medicine. It also underlines the Region’s commitment to land-use...

Region of Durham launches roadmap for post-pandemic recovery

Whitby, Ontario – Durham Regional Council has approved the Regional Recovery Framework and Action Plan (report 2020-COW-22)—a roadmap to recovery that considers supports for vulnerable residents, local businesses and the modernization of Regional services and programs.

Since the onset of the COVID-19 pandemic, Durham Region has continued to provide essential services while ensuring the health and safety of its community members. New programs and services were developed to meet the emerging and urgent...