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Free tax filing help available to residents living with low income
Posted on Friday, March 07, 2025 11:21 AM
Whitby, Ontario – Durham Region residents who experience economic hardship, unemployment, or who have no income, can get help with filing their taxes for free. Through tax filing, eligible residents can access benefits and credits that would put money in their pockets and help cover basic needs. There are more than 40 benefits and credits in Ontario; many can only be accessed when you file your taxes.
Where: Free tax clinics – including in-person, drop-off and virtual formats – are available...
The Energy from Waste-Waste Management Advisory Committee Meeting #56
Posted on Wednesday, May 14, 2025 12:22 PM
EFW-WMAC
Meeting #56
The Energy from Waste-Waste Management Advisory Committee (EFW-WMAC) Meeting #56 will be held on Tuesday, May 27, from 7 to 9 p.m. The meeting agenda is available on our Events Calendar page.
The public may view the EFW-WMAC meeting via live streaming online at durham.ca/live
For more information, please contact The Regional Municipality of Durham, Works Department:
Kate Crouse
1-800-372-1102 ext. 2195
EFW-WMAC@durham.ca
DurhamYorkWaste.ca
durham.ca
Region of Durham Paramedic Services celebrates Paramedic Services Week, May 18 to 24
Posted on Monday, May 12, 2025 10:05 AM
Whitby, Ontario – Region of Durham Paramedic Services (RDPS) is honouring National Paramedic Services Week, May 18 to 24, by recognizing the contribution of paramedics, both locally and nationwide, who dedicate their lives to supporting our communities.
Celebrating the theme, "We Care. For Everyone.", and marking 25 years as a service of the Regional Municipality of Durham, local paramedics will observe the week by hosting an open house on May 24 at RDPS headquarters, 4040 Anderson St., Whitby,...
Lane restrictions on Ritson Road South in Oshawa
Posted on Friday, May 09, 2025 03:58 PM
Whitby, Ontario – The Region of Durham is advising residents of upcoming lane restrictions on Ritson Road South (Regional Road 16) in the City of Oshawa.
When: May 12 to 15. Unfavourable weather conditions may impact the work schedule.
Where: Ritson Road South, from Viola Avenue to Mitchell Avenue, in Oshawa.
Why: To safely repair the railway bridge expansion joints.
Note: The Region realizes that the work may be disruptive and will make every effort to complete the work as quickly and efficiently as...
New study and ‘Beyond the Music’ series amplify and empower Durham Region music scene
Posted on Friday, May 09, 2025 09:29 AM
Whitby, Ontario – In late 2024, Invest Durham engaged local musicians, industry stakeholders and eager audiences to help guide and grow the music industry in Durham Region. Their input, combined with the research support of consulting firm Nordicity, has been instrumental in shaping the insights found in the recently released Durham Region Music Industry Analysis.
Live music is everywhere in Durham Region. In 2023, Durham Region’s music industry generated $162 million in gross domestic product...
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