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Chair Henry applauds Regional Councillor Ted Smith on Royal Agricultural Winter Fair appointment

Whitby, Ontario – The following statement is being issued on behalf of John Henry, Regional Chair and Chief Executive Officer:

“It is my pleasure to offer congratulations to Regional Councillor Ted Smith on behalf of the Region of Durham, for his appointment to the 2022 Royal Agricultural Winter Fair’s Board of Governors. Durham Regional Council unanimously appointed Councillor Smith as the Region’s representative for the 2022 season.

The Royal Agricultural Winter Fair, also known as The Royal,...

Lane restrictions on Grenfell Street, Marland Avenue and Montrave Avenue in Oshawa

Whitby, Ontario – The Regional Municipality of Durham is advising residents of lane restrictions on Grenfell Street, Marland Avenue and Montrave Avenue in the City of Oshawa.

When: Ongoing until fall 2022. Unfavourable weather conditions may influence the work schedule.

Where: Lane restrictions will take place throughout the project on Grenfell Street, Marland Avenue and Montrave Avenue in Oshawa.

Why: To safely construct a new watermain. 

Note: The Region realizes that the work may be disruptive...

Appointment bookings now open for fourth dose of COVID-19 vaccine for expanded eligibility groups

Whitby, Ontario - In line with the recent announcement from the province, Durham Region Health Department is expanding eligibility for fourth dose of COVID-19 vaccine. Eligible Durham Region residents can now book appointments which will be available starting on April 8. To book an appointment, please visit durham.ca/vaccineappointment or call 1-888-444-5113. No walk-ins will be available for fourth doses. Vaccines provided for fourth doses will be Pfizer Comirnaty BioNTech and Moderna Spikevax.

Durham is expanding availability of electric vehicle charging stations

Whitby, Ontario – With the transportation sector representing the largest share of greenhouse gas emissions and energy costs in Durham Region, shifting to electric vehicles (EVs) is critical to respond to the climate emergency. Switching to EVs helps realize the economic benefits of the low carbon transition by using made-in-Durham clean energy sources. Expanding the availability of EV charging stations is a key strategy to support this shift.

Durham Region in collaboration with the Municipality...

Proposed design for Beaverton Supportive Housing wins Canadian Architect Award

Whitby, Ontario – The proposed design for the Beaverton Supportive Housing Project earned a 2021 Canadian Architect Award of Excellence on April 1. This is the first time a Region of Durham facility has received this honour.

The proposed design by Montgomery Sisam Architects features two structures—both a two- and three-storey structure—with a connective link that serves as the main entrance lobby and opens onto a landscaped courtyard.

The three-storey structure contains living accommodations for...