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Regional Chair brings Lunar New Year greetings
Posted on Friday, February 09, 2024 09:05 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:
“Tomorrow (February 10), an estimated two billion people will begin Lunar New Year (also known as Spring Festival) celebrations. This significant holiday is observed by many Chinese and Asian communities around the globe, and right here in Durham Region, to mark the first new moon in the lunar calendar year.
This year ushers in the...
Ontario Launching “One Fare" to Save Transit Riders $1,600
Posted on Monday, February 05, 2024 04:04 PM
Transit riders using multiple transit agencies will transfer at no extra charge.
TORONTO — The Ontario government is keeping costs down for public transit riders with the launch of “One Fare,” which will save riders an average of $1,600 each year. Beginning February 26, 2024, riders will pay only once as they transfer for free between the TTC and participating transit agencies in the Greater Toronto Area, including GO Transit.
“Our government is on a mission to keep costs down for the hardworking...
Statement from the Regional Chair on honouring Black History Month
Posted on Thursday, February 01, 2024 08:21 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:
“Today (February 1), marks the beginning of Black History Month in Durham Region—a time to honour the history and strength of people of African descent, and celebrate the tremendous contributions—past and present—that Black Canadians have made, and continue to make, in our communities. It is also a moment to pause and reflect on the...
Durham Region celebrates 50 years!
Posted on Wednesday, January 31, 2024 01:14 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:
“On behalf of the Region of Durham and its residents, I’m excited to share that Durham Region is celebrating its 50th anniversary this year!
On January 1, 1974 (under The Regional Municipality of Durham Act, 1973), Durham Region became the largest jurisdiction in the Greater Toronto and Hamilton Area, measuring just over 2,500...
Region of Durham launches the Durham Greener Buildings Program
Posted on Thursday, January 25, 2024 11:25 AM
Whitby, Ontario – Yesterday, the Regional Municipality of Durham, in partnership with Windfall Ecology Centre, launched the Durham Greener Buildings Program – a groundbreaking initiative that will support the building sector in climate action and sustainability.
Durham Greener Buildings is a benchmarking and disclosure program that will support building owners participating in the provincial Energy and Water Reporting Benchmarking (EWRB) program by helping them to measure, report and take action on...
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