News Releases

Durham Region and community partners celebrate International Women’s Day

Whitby, Ontario – On March 5, the uplifting International Women’s Day Celebration returns to Durham Region. Hosted by the Region's International Women's Day Committee, this free in-person event honours the achievements of women in our communities.

What: Under the theme of Women Unite: Celebrating our diverse identities and experiences, this event will empower, inspire and celebrate women from across Durham Region. Featuring keynote speaker Dr. Mary Anne Chambers, the event will also feature...

Region of Durham announces service provider for 1635 Dundas Street East

Whitby, Ontario – The Regional Municipality of Durham will be opening 1635 Dundas Street East in winter 2024 as a low barrier shelter for people experiencing homelessness. The Region has selected Christian Faith Outreach Centre (CFOC) as the service operator for 1635 Dundas Street East, through a comprehensive Expression of Interest process.

CFOC is committed to providing safe, supervised, housing-focused shelters and services for people experiencing homelessness and partnering with the community...

Durham Region calls for funding to support homelessness and opioid crisis

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:

“We’ve seen cities and towns across Canada facing mental health, addictions and homelessness crises. And Durham Region is not immune. It’s a situation that requires the support of all three levels of government.

We’ve seen a 67 per cent increase in homelessness here. Yes, we are doing what we can, but we can’t keep up. We’re opening...

Region wins award of excellence for economic development vision

Whitby, Ontario – The Region of Durham’s Economic Development and Tourism Division (Invest Durham) has been named an Economic Developers Council of Ontario (EDCO) Award of Excellence winner for Ready Set Future: A PLACE Blueprint for Durham strategy and action plan.

Designed to recognize current ideas and initiatives—with the potential to become future best practices for economic development—EDCO selected Invest Durham for its plan: a 30-year vision for this region, with a five-year action plan...

Regional Chair brings Lunar New Year greetings

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 (February 10), an estimated two billion people will begin Lunar New Year (also known as Spring Festival) celebrations. This significant holiday is observed by many Chinese and Asian communities around the globe, and right here in Durham Region, to mark the first new moon in the lunar calendar year.  

This year ushers in the...