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Check out Durham Region’s new Long-term Waste Management Plan and Action Plan
Posted on Monday, February 07, 2022 02:51 PM
Durham Regional Council has approved the 2022 to 2040 Long-term Waste Management Plan (Waste Plan) and first Action Plan (2022 to 2026). Developed in consultation with stakeholders, the approved Waste Plan is a roadmap that describes the Region’s Guiding Principles, Vision and Objectives for waste management over the nextension 20 years.
Waste Plan highlights include:
- Developing innovative ways to use waste as a resource in a circular economy.
- Demonstrating leadership in sustainability and mitigating...
Virtual tax information seminar for seniors
Posted on Thursday, February 03, 2022 11:30 AM
Whitby, Ontario – Seniors in Durham Region can learn about tax benefits and credits available to them at an upcoming virtual seminar.
When: Thursday, February 10 from 1 to 2 p.m.
Where: This is a virtual event. Register online at durham.ca/LearningSeries.
Who: At this session, you will learn about benefits and credits that are administered by the Canada Revenue Agency, including:
- Age amount
- Pension income amount
- Disability tax credit
- Canada caregiver credit
- Medical expenses
- Amounts transferred from spouse
Eligible families can receive up to $2,000 for post-secondary education
Posted on Thursday, February 03, 2022 10:55 AM
Whitby, Ontario – Eligible families in Durham Region can receive up to $2,000 from the Government of Canada for their child’s post-secondary education.
To qualify for the Canada Learning Bond (CLB) benefit:
- The household income must be less than $49,000 per year.
- The child must be born in 2004 or later.
- As of 2022, CLB-eligible youth who are 18 years of age must apply for the CLB themselves.
The benefit is deposited directly into a Registered Education Savings Plan for the child.
Where: For help...
Durham Region maintains Triple A credit rating from Moody’s Investors Service
Posted on Wednesday, February 02, 2022 09:01 AM
Whitby, Ontario – The Regional Municipality of Durham has maintained its Triple A credit rating with Moody’s Investors Service (Moody’s). The Region is currently one of eight Canadian municipalities to have been awarded the Triple A rating by this agency.
According to Moody’s, Durham Region benefits from several credit strengths, including low debt levels, economic diversity, a positive operating profile, and conservative fiscal management. The accreditation also recognizes the adherence to multi-year...
Together We Rise Durham: A Celebration of Black Achievements in Durham
Posted on Tuesday, February 01, 2022 08:33 AM
Whitby, Ontario – The following statement is being issued on behalf of John Henry, Regional Chair and Chief Executive Officer:
“Today, it is my distinct honour to recognize the start of Black History Month in Durham Region. The theme this year is Together We Rise Durham: A Celebration of Black Achievements in Durham.
Black History Month is a time to celebrate the many achievements and contributions of Black Canadians and their communities. A time to honour the enormous contributions that Black people...
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