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STOP Program: Support for Ontario smokers who wish to quit
Posted on Thursday, September 20, 2018 12:30 PM
Whitby, Ontario - For many smokers, the cost of nicotine replacement products can be a barrier to quitting. The STOP (Smoking Treatment for Ontario Patients) Program workshop offers eligible participants in Durham Region five weeks of cost-free nicotine replacement therapy and smoking cessation information to help them in their quit attempt.
Nicotine replacement therapy has been shown to effectively help people quit smoking by easing withdrawal symptoms. Workshop participants also receive educational...
Plan your route online with Traffic Watch
Posted on Tuesday, September 18, 2018 03:15 AM
Whitby, Ontario – Want to check your route for traffic issues before hitting the road? Durham Region’s Traffic Watch map is a live, interactive tool that shows issues that may affect your travel throughout Durham Region.
“Traffic Watch is a useful tool for residents who are looking to find better routes around Durham by avoiding traffic disruptions,” says Ramesh Jagannathan, Director of Transportation and Field Services. “Images from traffic cameras are updated every minute, giving users almost...
Join Durham Tourism in celebrating Culture Days 2018
Posted on Monday, September 17, 2018 11:00 AM
Whitby, Ontario – Durham Tourism invites residents and visitors to experience Culture Days–an interactive, free celebration of local arts and culture, taking place September 28 to 30.
This three-day national celebration sees hundreds of thousands of artists and cultural organizations, in hundreds of cities and towns across Canada, come together to share their cultural spirit and passion. Many free and interactive events are held during the celebration, in several communities throughout Durham Region....
Durham Region hosts annual farm tour to showcase local agriculture
Posted on Friday, September 14, 2018 12:00 PM
Whitby, Ontario – Yesterday, the Durham Agricultural Advisory Committee (DAAC) successfully hosted its 16th annual farm tour at Reesor Elevators in Port Perry. The theme was “Harvesting the sun in Durham Region,” and covered a variety of topics including: crop production; different types of crops produced locally; farm equipment; handling, storage and processing; marketing; and end use consumer products.
“Agriculture is one of the largest industries in Durham Region,” said Brian Bridgeman, Commissioner...
Durham Regional Council passes 2017 Accessibility Report
Posted on Wednesday, September 12, 2018 02:00 AM
Whitby, Ontario – Durham Regional Council has approved The Regional Municipality of Durham’s 2017 Accessibility Report. This document outlines the actions taken to improve accessibility and further eliminate barriers across Regional operations.
“The Region of Durham strives to be an accessible and inclusive community where every person has the opportunity to participate fully,” said Gerri Lynn O’Connor, Regional Chair and Chief Executive Officer. “We are committed to continuous improvement and we...
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