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Durham Region launches powerful new flood resource for residents
Posted on Wednesday, May 10, 2023 10:48 AM
Whitby, Ontario – Residents in the Region of Durham now have access to a new website with information and resources about flood risk and resilience in their community. Created in partnership with local municipalities, conservation authorities, and the Climate Risk Institute, Flood Ready Durham is part of a larger multi-stakeholder project to raise awareness about flooding and the climate-related impacts across the Region.
The website includes information about the main types of flooding observed in...
Notice to property owners in Durham Region: Destroy noxious weeds
Posted on Tuesday, May 09, 2023 09:26 AM
Notice is hereby given to all persons in possession of land, in accordance with the Weed Control Act, R.S.O. 1990 Chapter W.5, Sections 3, 16 and 23 that unless noxious weeds growing on their lands within The Regional Municipality of Durham are destroyed throughout the season, the Municipality may enter upon said lands and have the weeds destroyed, charging costs against the landowner, as set out in the Weed Control Act.
The main purpose of the Weed Control ActR.S.O. 1990 is to reduce the impact...
Enter our Durham Region Waste App Contest for a chance to win a grocery store gift card
Posted on Monday, May 08, 2023 04:11 PM
Durham Region residents have a chance to win a $100 gift card to their favourite grocery store by entering our Durham Region Waste App Contest by midnight on May 31.
To enter, simply download the Durham Region Waste app on App Store or Google Play to your mobile device. Whitby residents need to enter the contest by downloading the Whitby Waste Buddy app. Then, sign up for a reminder (via email, mobile, iCal or voice message) and enter the contest through the app. One winner will be selected from...
Celebrate National Public Works Week in Durham Region
Posted on Monday, May 08, 2023 09:02 AM
Whitby, Ontario – Durham Region residents are invited to celebrate National Public Works Week by attending our free in-person events on Saturday, May 27. Learn about the many services provided by the Works Department.
When: Saturday, May 27 from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. (rain or shine).
Where:
Scugog Depot10 Goodwood Road, Port Perry Activities include a public works truck and equipment display and a vehicle simulator. No pre-registration is required.
Duffin Creek Water Pollution Control Plant901 McKay Road,...
Regional Chair statement on the Coronation of His Majesty King Charles III
Posted on Friday, May 05, 2023 09:02 AM
Whitby, Ontario – The following statement is being issued on behalf of John Henry, Regional Chair and Chief Executive Officer for The Regional Municipality of Durham:
“Tomorrow (May 6), people around the world will watch as the Coronation of His Majesty King Charles III, and Her Majesty The Queen Consort, takes place at Westminster Abbey in London.
His Majesty King Charles III acceded to the Throne on September 8, 2022, following the passing of Queen Elizabeth II—who is remembered for her 70 years...