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Region of Durham celebrates National Indigenous Peoples Day
Posted on Friday, June 21, 2024 08:09 AM
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 (June 21) is National Indigenous Peoples Day—an opportunity for Canadians to recognize the fundamental contributions of First Nations, Inuit and Métis Peoples, which have profoundly shaped our past, and continue to shape our present and future.
On this day, we join Indigenous Peoples in celebrating their traditions and...
Durham Region named Top7 Intelligent Community for third consecutive year
Posted on Thursday, June 20, 2024 08:07 AM
Whitby, Ontario – The Region of Durham has once again secured its position as an intelligent community.
For the third consecutive year, Durham Region has been recognized as one of the world’s Top7 Intelligent Communities by the Intelligent Community Forum (ICF). This accolade celebrates municipalities that use technology, innovation and digital inclusion to enhance citizens’ lives and drive economic growth.
The ICF evaluates communities based on criteria including broadband deployment and use,...
Health Department issues first heat warning for 2024 summer season
Posted on Monday, June 17, 2024 10:54 AM
Whitby, Ontario – Environment and Climate Change Canada has issued a heat warning for both the north and south Durham Region areas. This is the first heat warning of 2024 under Durham Region Health Department’s seasonal Heat Warning and Information System. Dangerously hot and humid conditions are expected for most of the week.
Throughout the summer, the Health Department will be posting information at durham.ca/heat to inform residents when heat alerts are issued and share resources, including...
Durham Region to proceed with design and construction of the Beaver River Bridge
Posted on Friday, May 31, 2024 01:56 PM
Whitby, Ontario – The Regional Municipality of Durham, with the support of the Township of Brock and on behalf of the Ontario Ministry of Transportation, will be temporarily replacing the Beaver River Bridge until a permanent replacement can be constructed.
The Beaver River Bridge connects Regional Road 15 over the Beaver River, in the Township of Brock. The bridge has been closed since November 16, 2023. The Ontario Ministry of Transportation will fund the project, and Regional Council has...
Region of Durham celebrates Pride Month
Posted on Friday, May 31, 2024 10:14 AM
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:
“Tomorrow (June 1) marks the beginning of Pride season in Canada. Here in Durham Region, we are proud to recognize Pride Month; to champion equity and celebrate the ongoing and positive contributions of Two-Spirit, lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer and intersex (2SLGBTQI+) communities.
Safe and inclusive communities are...
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