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Reminder: ensure there are no fire hazards in your household waste!

Whitby, Ontario – The Regional Municipality of Durham, Works Department is reminding residents to be mindful of fire hazards in household waste. Heat sources and fuel can start fires when waste is stored, collected, transported, sorted and processed.

Please be cautious when disposing of the following items:

• Ash from barbecue grills, smokers or fireplaces: Ensure ash is cold, completely extensioninguished and securely bagged in a 100 per cent compostable liner bag before disposing of it in the green...

Durham District School Board students learn about agricultural science and farming in Durham Region

Whitby, Ontario  –

Yesterday, more than 300 Durham District School Board high school students attended the Durham Farm Connections agri-science education day, held at Brooklin High School.

 

The agriculture education program is designed to align with curriculum requirements for Grade 9 and 10 science, Grade 11 biology and environmental science, and Grade 12 biology. Students attended the program for one class period (75 minutes), and rotated through agriculture-themed stations covering topics...

Durham Region initiates broadband strategy

Whitby, Ontario –

Access to high-speed broadband Internet has been recognized as a crucial driver for quality of life and economic competitiveness. That’s why The Regional Municipality of Durham has initiated the Durham Region Broadband Strategy, a document that will ultimately outline current conditions within the Region; identify the needs of businesses, residents and government agencies; and provide recommendations for increased connectivity.

 

“Broadband services are crucial in a world that...

Sixth-annual North Durham Building Business Forum to be held in Scugog

Whitby, Ontario  –

Durham Region, in partnership with the townships of Brock, Scugog and Uxbridge, is hosting the sixth-annual North Durham Building Business Forum. This annual event, held in rural Durham Region, brings business leaders together to inspire new ideas, make strategic connections, and strengthen the local economy.

 

 

WHEN:

Wednesday, October 11 from 4:30 to 8:30 p.m.

 

 

WHERE:

Blackstock Recreation Complex, 3440 Church Street, Blackstock. 

 

 

WHY:

The...

The Region of Durham is seeking a post-secondary student member for the Durham Environmental Advisory Committee

Whitby, Ontario  –

The Regional Municipality of Durham is seeking a post-secondary student, residing in Durham Region, to serve as a member of the Durham Environmental Advisory Committee (DEAC). DEAC is a volunteer advisory committee that provides advice to Durham Regional Council on environmental planning matters, while also being involved with awareness and outreach activities.

 

Post-secondary student membership is open to students residing in Durham for the school year, who are enrolled...