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Durham Region reminds residents to protect waste collection workers; keep needles and glass out of the garbage
Posted on Friday, October 12, 2018 09:45 AM
Whitby, Ontario – The Regional Municipality of Durham, Works Department would like to remind residents to keep the health and safety of waste collection operators in mind when they set out their waste for curbside collection.
Waste collection operators can be severely injured when collecting a garbage bag containing large pieces of broken glass, broken porcelain or hypodermic needles. For the protection of the operators, all waste set out for collection must be in compliance with the Region’s Waste...
Water samples results indicate presence of blue-green algae in Frenchman’s Bay Pickering area
Posted on Friday, October 12, 2018 03:00 AM
Whitby, Ontario - Durham Region Health Department was advised by the Ontario Ministry of the Environment, Conservation and Parks (MECP) of the presence of a blue-green algal bloom in small area of the southwest portion of Frenchman’s Bay, near Sunrise Ave., in Pickering. Laboratory test results were received from the MECP on Oct. 11. A water quality advisory sign will be posted in the area to ensure that the public is aware of the presence of blue-green algae in the water.
“Blue-green algae are microscopic,...
The Regional Municipality of Durham expands work with community partners to help the homeless
Posted on Thursday, October 11, 2018 11:30 AM
Whitby, Ontario – As the cold weather approaches, The Regional Municipality of Durham continues to work with its community partners to help ensure those who are most vulnerable, primarily the homeless population in Durham, take the appropriate precautions and find an emergency shelter. The Region has also made enhancements to available programs and services for the homeless.
In the spring, the Region combined a Point in Time Count with a Registry Week to provide a profile and better understand homelessness...
Durham Region presents 2018 Accessibility Awards
Posted on Wednesday, October 10, 2018 04:00 AM
Whitby, Ontario – On September 24, The Regional Municipality of Durham’s Accessibility Advisory Committee held its annual Joint Forum, where the Accessibility Awards were presented at Regional Headquarters in Whitby. The awards honour individuals, services and/or businesses that have improved accessibility and shown leadership in breaking down barriers in their community.
“The Region of Durham is committed to creating a caring and fully inclusive community where people of all ages and abilities enjoy...
Region of Durham asks residents to Imagine a Day Without Water
Posted on Wednesday, October 03, 2018 10:15 AM
Whitby, Ontario – Durham Regional Council has proclaimed October 10 as Imagine a Day Without Water. The campaign is part of a nationwide day of education and advocacy to recognize the true value of water. Organized by The Value of Water Coalition, the campaign aims to raise awareness about the challenges we face when our water infrastructure fails, and to highlight the innovative solutions to these challenges that are being implemented in communities nationwide.
The hidden infrastructure in Durham...
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