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KPMG Aviation Sector Analysis shows future need for Pickering airport
Posted on Thursday, March 05, 2020 04:15 AM
Whitby, Ont. – The regions of Durham and York, in addition to the City of Pickering, are encouraged by the projected need for an airport in Pickering by 2036, as noted in the KPMG Aviation Sector Analysis released by the Transport Canada.
“We’re excited by what we’ve read in this report—the need for an airport by 2036. A 21st century airport will attract companies in aviation, aerospace and related services and industries,” said John Henry, Durham Regional Chair and Chief Executive Officer. “It also...
Region of Durham awarded $60,000 towards energy renovation program for homeowners
Posted on Thursday, February 27, 2020 11:15 AM
Whitby, Ontario – The Region of Durham is taking action towards a cleaner, greener future with help from the Atmospheric Fund. The fund has granted $60,000 to the Region to design an energy renovation program for homeowners.
“I’m thrilled to have the support of the Atmospheric Fund as we take yet another step forward to address our climate emergency,” said Ian McVey, Manager of Sustainability, Region of Durham. “These funds will help us design a made-in-Durham solution to a key challenge: lowering...
Residents can have their voice heard on the Region’s new Community Safety and Well-Being Plan (CSWP)
Posted on Thursday, February 27, 2020 02:00 AM
Whitby, Ontario – Durham Region is developing a Community Safety and Well-Being Plan (CSWP), as required by the new legislative amendments to the Police Services Act. This will be undertaken in a collaborative manner with Durham Regional Police Service, a steering committee, community partners and members of the public.
To assist in the development of our CSWP, the Region wants to know the main issues people who live or work in Durham are facing. Residents can provide their feedback through a survey...
Regional Council approves 2020 business plans and budgets
Posted on Wednesday, February 26, 2020 04:30 AM
Whitby, Ontario – Durham Regional Council has approved the 2020 Regional Business Plans and Budgets for property-tax supported purposes.
The 2020 Property Tax Supported Business Plans and Budgets, totalling $1.44 billion, provide for the delivery of essential services—ensuring programs and service levels are maintained, while investments in capital infrastructure and strategic investments are made to help sustain our region’s high quality of life.
“The 2020 Business Plans and Budgets reflect our continued...
Regional Council focuses on sustainability with Newcastle Water Pollution Control Plant upgrades
Posted on Wednesday, February 26, 2020 03:00 AM
Whitby, Ontario – The Regional Municipality of Durham is meeting the growing needs of the Newcastle community in Clarington by increasing the capacity of the Newcastle Water Pollution Control Plant (WPCP)—the facility that receives and treats sanitary sewage for the local community. Today, Regional Council approved the project to upgrade the plant.
“With all of the new residential and commercial developments planned in the near future for Newcastle, more wastewater treatment capacity at the...
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