News Releases

Regional Chair officially proclaims June as Seniors’ Month

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:

“On behalf of Regional Council, I have officially proclaimed June to be Seniors’ Month in the Region of Durham. Seniors’ Month is a time to recognize the valuable contributions that seniors have made, and continue to make, to our community.

COVID-19 has had a detrimental effect on our senior population. Now, more than ever, seniors...

Durham Region celebrates diversity; raises flag for PRIDE month

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:

“In Durham Region, we treat others with dignity and respect; recognizing that everyone's contribution is equally as important. That’s why we are proud to recognize today as the beginning of PRIDE month—a time to celebrate those within the LGBTQ2 community.

PRIDE allows us to recognize the value of diversity, while also supporting human...

Business community outlines needs on road to recovery

Whitby, Ontario – A recent study of hundreds of Durham businesses has revealed that 92 per cent of businesses are concerned that a second wave of COVID-19 could be a barrier to recovery.

As the COVID-19 pandemic continues to cause global economic impacts, all Durham-based businesses have been affected by this unprecedented crisis. Now, as mindsets turn towards economic recovery, there’s a need to understand specific local needs. That’s why the Durham Economic Task Force recently co-ordinated this...

Durham Region’s Automated Speed Enforcement cameras deployed for data collection

Whitby, Ontario – Durham Region’s Automated Speed Enforcement (ASE) cameras have been deployed and are in some school zones and designated Community Safety Zones on Regional Roads. At this time, the ASE cameras will be operating in data collection mode and no fines will be issued.

ASE is a tool used to help improve road user safety by increasing speed compliance, altering driver behaviour and increasing public awareness about the critical need to slow down in school zones and community safety zones.

Once...

Celebrate Canada Day the Durham Way

Whitby, Ontario – Residents are invited to join an uplifting, virtual celebration of our amazing community by tuning in to Canada Day the Durham Way on July 1.

From 2 to 5 p.m., this collaborative event—in co-operation with the Region of Durham and all eight local-area municipalities—will highlight unique attractions and talents that drive our vibrant arts and culture scene. This event celebrates our region and our one-of-a-kind mix of small-town hospitality and unique urban amenities.

Durham...