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Recycling garbage from the past: Blackstock landfill mining project

Landfill mining is an opportunity to reduce greenhouse gas emissions and leachate impacts on groundwater quality, divert material not previously separated for recycling, recover energy from reclaimed waste, and eliminate the need for long-term groundwater monitoring.

Durham began landfill mining activity in October 2018 at the closed Blackstock landfill site in the Township of Scugog. 

Waste was excavated and placed into a rotating trommel screen to mechanically separate waste from soil. Landfilled...

Lane restrictions on Thickson Road in Whitby for bridge construction

Whitby, Ontario – The Regional Municipality of Durham, Works Department advises residents of intermittent lane restrictions on Thickson Road (Regional Road 26) in Whitby.

When: Ongoing to August 31, 2020.

Where: Thickson Road North, from Dryden Boulevard to 100 metres north of Dryden Boulevard, in the Town of Whitby.

Why: Bridge construction on Dryden Boulevard to support new development.

Note: Drivers are asked to exercise caution for the safety of pedestrians, cyclists and work crews.

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Durham Region receives investment to support high-quality and inclusive child care

Whitby, Ontario – The Regional Municipality of Durham received $277,625 in funding from the Government of Canada under the Social Development Partnerships Program for a research and innovation project, Rebuilding a village: A novel approach to inclusive early learning and child care environments.

“This financial commitment ensures that Durham families continue to have access to high-quality child care,” said John Henry, Regional Chair and Chief Executive Officer. “The early years of a child’s life...

Region of Durham continues to work with community partners to address homelessness

Whitby, Ontario – The Region of Durham, Social Services Department released its summary report on 2018 homelessness and short-term rent support programs. The Region continues to work with municipalities and its community partners to help individuals experiencing homelessness obtain and/or retain housing; and ensure that those who are most vulnerable take the appropriate precautions and find an emergency shelter.

“As we move towards the colder months, it is imperative that those most vulnerable in...

Red-light cameras and automated speed enforcement coming to Durham Region

Whitby, Ontario – As part of Durham Vision Zero’s goal to eliminate fatalities on our roadways, red-light cameras and automated speed enforcement will be coming to Durham Region to help improve traffic safety.

“Through Durham Vision Zero, the Region has made a commitment to save lives and reduce injuries on our roads. Our collision data show that collisions at intersections and aggressive driving are top areas of concern—and often, these types of crashes involve our most vulnerable road users (pedestrians...