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Region to open new facility to help address community need
Posted on Thursday, August 03, 2023 12:01 PM
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:
“More people in our community are experiencing homelessness than ever before and the need is outpacing our ability to provide support. There are almost 300 people on the By-Name list. The By-Name List is a list of people currently experiencing homelessness, who provide consent to receive supports, and are engaged with the support...
New Play Structure for Sunderland!
Posted on Wednesday, August 02, 2023 01:12 PM
Attention Sunderland residents!
Get ready for some fun – our brand new play structure between Albert Street South and Antioch Court is being installed the week of September 18, 2023! Township staff will be getting the site ready in advance, so keep your eyes peeled for updates and make sure to come and check out the new park when it's complete.
Statement from Regional Chair on acknowledging Emancipation Day
Posted on Tuesday, August 01, 2023 09:31 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:
“On August 1, Durham Region will celebrate Emancipation Day with a community event taking place at the Audley Recreation Centre in Ajax. This significant day originated on August 1, 1834, when the Slavery Abolition Act of 1833 came into effect, ending the slavery of people of African descent in Canada. On this day, we acknowledge...
Durham Region awarded broadband funding; partners with Vianet to deliver internet service
Posted on Friday, July 28, 2023 02:44 PM
Whitby, Ontario – The Regional Municipality of Durham is pleased to announce that it has been awarded funding for a broadband expansion project to deliver fibre-to-the-premise (FTTP) technology to rural homes and businesses in 10 underserved communities across the region.
The funding has been provided from the federal and provincial governments to help achieve our vision for connectivity. Support is being provided from Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada through the Universal...
Durham Region’s partnerships helping to build opportunities in the Electric Vehicle sector
Posted on Friday, July 28, 2023 02:41 PM
Whitby, Ontario – The Region of Durham’s Economic Development and Tourism division (Invest Durham)—in partnership with Durham College, Ontario Tech University, Next Generation Manufacturing Canada (NGen), Ontario Vehicle Innovation Network (OVIN), and Durham Regional Technology Development Site (Durham RTDS)—are empowering the transition to Electric Vehicles (EV) through collaboration.
Located on the east side of the Greater Toronto Area, Durham Region offers a competitive business environment...