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#GatherAtTheFarm in Durham Region this season
Posted on Thursday, October 05, 2023 09:59 AM
Whitby, Ontario – The Region of Durham’s Economic Development and Tourism Division (Durham Tourism) has launched a new campaign in celebration of Durham Farm Fresh (DFF)'s 30th anniversary this October, encouraging residents and visitors to Gather at the Farm in Durham Region this season.
With the official start of fall last week, and with Thanksgiving around the corner, there are more reasons than ever to gather at the farm. From pumpkin patches and wagon rides to gathering farm-fresh ingredients...
Health Department launches campaign to raise awareness about safer cannabis consumption
Posted on Tuesday, October 03, 2023 09:06 AM
Whitby, Ontario - Durham Region Health Department has launched a new campaign entitled, "Mindful Consumption", with the goal of encouraging responsible and safer cannabis use among adults 19 and older. The campaign focuses on cannabis edibles, which can affect individuals differently than other types of cannabis use.
As of January 2020, the legal sale of cannabis edible products, including gummies, chocolates, baked goods, and drinks, was introduced in Ontario. Since then, Ontario has seen an...
Durham Region acknowledges the 2023 National Day for Truth and Reconciliation
Posted on Thursday, September 28, 2023 09:42 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 (September 30), we will recognize the third National Day for Truth and Reconciliation—a day for Canadians to reflect on the tragic history of the residential school system; to honour the children who never returned home; and to recognize the ongoing impact of residential schools on survivors, their families and communities.
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Annual farm tour shines a light on local agriculture
Posted on Tuesday, September 26, 2023 02:39 PM
Whitby, Ontario – On September 21, the Durham Agricultural Advisory Committee (DAAC) successfully hosted its 21st annual farm tour at Carncroft Farms and Swain Beef. The tour highlighted the contributions of agriculture to the Regional economy, the realities of farming, sustainable environment practices employed by farmers and the high-quality of locally-produced food. Participants also learned about Durham Region’s vital agriculture industry through presentations, hands-on demonstrations and...
Blue Door selected as service operator for Beaverton Transitional Supportive Housing
Posted on Tuesday, September 26, 2023 01:31 PM
Whitby, Ontario – The Regional Municipality of Durham has selected Blue Door as the service operator for the Beaverton Transitional Supportive Housing residence, through a comprehensive Expression of Interest process. With experience launching, operating, and scaling four transitional supportive housing programs, Blue Door is a longstanding registered charity that offers more than 10 innovative and collaborative housing, employment and health programs aimed at addressing the root causes of...
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