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Statement from Dr. Robert Kyle, Medical Officer of Health on COVID-19 in Durham Region
Posted on Thursday, March 12, 2020 01:00 AM
“As concerns grow about COVID-19, we want to reassure residents that the risk in Durham Region remains low. That said, the Region of Durham is working around the clock to prepare for and respond to COVID-19 in our community. We are working collaboratively with local hospitals, health care providers and the Province of Ontario.
The Durham Region Health Department is currently monitoring two positive cases of COVID-19 in Durham Region. The Health Department is actively following up with these individuals,...
Anaerobic Digestion facility siting report now available online: recommends south Clarington site
Posted on Monday, March 09, 2020 08:45 AM
Whitby, Ontario – A siting report is now available for the new Mixed Waste Pre-Sorting and Anaerobic Digestion facility. The report recommends the south Clarington site located next to the Durham York Energy Centre as the preferred location, and details the methodology used and the factors considered to assess each site, including environmental and developmental impacts, as well as total cost.
“The report walks through a very thorough methodology that weighs the advantages and disadvantages...
New Pickering Airport could serve a variety of uses
Posted on Monday, March 09, 2020 03:45 AM
Whitby, Ont. – A review of the KPMG Aviation Sector report on the future of the Pickering lands once again makes a strong case for the development of a modern, 21st century airport; designed to meet growing demand in the eastern Greater Toronto Area (GTA) and Ontario, as a whole.
“We have an opportunity to make Canada’s newest airport a model of sustainability; built with renewable materials and a shared space that supports our agricultural community,” said John Henry, Regional Chair and Chief...
KPMG Aviation Sector Analysis shows future need for Pickering airport
Posted on Thursday, March 05, 2020 04:15 AM
Whitby, Ont. – The regions of Durham and York, in addition to the City of Pickering, are encouraged by the projected need for an airport in Pickering by 2036, as noted in the KPMG Aviation Sector Analysis released by the Transport Canada.
“We’re excited by what we’ve read in this report—the need for an airport by 2036. A 21st century airport will attract companies in aviation, aerospace and related services and industries,” said John Henry, Durham Regional Chair and Chief Executive Officer. “It also...
Region of Durham awarded $60,000 towards energy renovation program for homeowners
Posted on Thursday, February 27, 2020 11:15 AM
Whitby, Ontario – The Region of Durham is taking action towards a cleaner, greener future with help from the Atmospheric Fund. The fund has granted $60,000 to the Region to design an energy renovation program for homeowners.
“I’m thrilled to have the support of the Atmospheric Fund as we take yet another step forward to address our climate emergency,” said Ian McVey, Manager of Sustainability, Region of Durham. “These funds will help us design a made-in-Durham solution to a key challenge: lowering...
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