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Discover an authentic adventure in Durham Region

Whitby, Ontario – Durham Tourism’s newest Discovery Guide is now available. If you’re looking for an authentic adventure, regardless of the season, Durham is the region to find it in, and the Discovery Guide is your go-to planning resource to make it happen.

“The opportunities for fun and adventure in Durham Region are endless,” said Brandon Pickard, Manager of Tourism. “Whether you’re planning a family adventure, weekend escape, or you are visiting for the first time, we welcome you to experience...

Durham Region Celebrates Economic Development Week

Whitby, Ontario – Durham Region is marking Economic Development Week from May 6 to 11, 2019 to celebrate the contributions of economic development and explain the role of the profession in our local community.

Whether economic developers are working to support local business, developing strategies to grow industry clusters, promoting entrepreneurship and innovation or attracting investment, they all work towards a common goal — to build strong and thriving communities for both work and play.

“Durham...

Spring cleaning? Donate your reusable items at Reuse Days

Whether you’re spring cleaning, Marie Kondo-ing, or simply looking to clear some space in your garage, Reuse Days are the perfect opportunity to give new life to old items. At Reuse Days, the Works Department partners with local charities to donate good-quality, reusable items—keeping them out of the waste stream.

What kind of items can be donated? Acceptable items include clothing, textiles, furniture, appliances, cabinets, countertops and most other reusable renovation materials. 

Upcoming Reuse...

Carbon monoxide exceedance at DYEC

Whitby, Ontario – On Saturday, May 4, a carbon monoxide (CO) spike led to an exceedance of the four-hour rolling average limit at the Durham York Energy Centre (DYEC). The limit is set at 40 mg/Rm3 (milligrams per reference cubic metre). The CO levels were 45 mg/Rm3. CO is monitored as an operational parameter indicating combustion performance at the facility. All other emissions remain within compliance limits.

The exceedance was caused by a fuel overfeed, leading the combustion...

Region of Durham recognizes National Emergency Preparedness Week May 5 - 11

Whitby, Ontario - From May 5 to 11, Durham Region Health Department and the Durham Emergency Management Office (DEMO) will recognize National Emergency Preparedness Week, encouraging residents to be ready ahead of an emergency by obtaining a free supply of potassium iodide (KI) tablets and a copy of Durham Region’s “Are You Ready?” guide.

“If you live or work near Durham’s two nuclear generating stations, you should know that KI tablets are available to you free of charge,” said Lisa Fortuna,...