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Delivering Durham’s connected future: Broadband milestone achieved ahead of schedule
Posted on Friday, January 17, 2025 10:02 AM
Whitby, Ontario – The Regional Municipality of Durham is celebrating a major milestone as it announces substantial completion of Durham OneNet’s flagship broadband project, Project Genesis.
Enabled by federal, provincial and Regional funding, Project Genesis is a strategic partnership between the public and private sector to build secure, scalable broadband infrastructure that connects underserved communities, improves Regional services and supports economic competitiveness across Durham Region.
Health Department celebrates National Non-Smoking Week January 19 to 25
Posted on Monday, January 20, 2025 09:07 AM
Whitby, Ontario – January 19 to 25 is National Non-Smoking Week (NNSW) and is a reminder from Durham Region Health Department that it's never too late to quit smoking.
For over 40 years, NNSW has raised awareness for Canadians about the dangers of tobacco use and the importance of supporting each other in the journey to quit smoking. Research has shown that tobacco remains the leading preventable cause of death in Canada, with approximately 16,000 lives lost to tobacco in Ontario each year and...
Discover your next role with the Film and Television Industry Career Fair
Posted on Wednesday, January 15, 2025 09:53 AM
Whitby, Ontario – Interested in a career in the film and television (TV) industry but aren’t sure where to start? Bring your dreams to the screen by registering for the Durham Region Film Commission’s (Film Durham) Film and Television Industry Career Fair.
What: This free event is open to high school and post-secondary students, and adults who are considering a new career. Connect with industry professionals and gain firsthand knowledge of the film and TV industry in Durham Region. Participate in...
Youth member vacancy: Durham Environment & Climate Advisory Committee (DECAC)
Posted on Tuesday, January 14, 2025 02:45 PM
Whitby, Ontario – The Durham Environment & Climate Advisory Committee (DECAC) is seeking a youth member to join the committee and help shape the future of environmental and climate action in Durham Region. If you are a high school student passionate about the environment and climate change, this is your chance to make a difference!
Who Can Apply? To be eligible for the DECAC youth member position, applicants must meet the following criteria:
- Applicants must reside in Durham Region.
- Applicants must...
Celebrate Black History - Together We Rise Durham: Resistance, Resilience, Possibility
Posted on Wednesday, January 08, 2025 11:41 AM
Whitby, Ontario – Durham Region’s Black History Month celebration, Together We Rise Durham: Resistance, Resilience, Possibility returns on February 5, in-person, at the Audley Recreation Centre in Ajax.
The celebration will feature a keynote speaker, Dr. Andrew B. Campbell (Dr. ABC), performances and a celebration of champions, including awards for community champions.
This event is hosted by The Regional Municipality of Durham, in partnership with Durham Regional Police Service, Canadian Jamaican...
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