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Province of Ontario approves Regional Official Plan
Posted on Monday, September 09, 2024 08:36 AM
Whitby, ON – Last week, the Province of Ontario approved The Regional Municipality of Durham’s new Regional Official Plan (ROP), in part, with modifications. The new ROP is the culmination of work completed through Envision Durham, the Municipal Comprehensive Review.
Durham Region is growing. Today, the region is home to more than 750,000 people. By the year 2051, our population is expected to grow to 1.3 million people, with more than 460,000 jobs in the region.
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Grade 5 Action Pass returns to Durham Region
Posted on Wednesday, September 04, 2024 10:15 AM
Whitby, Ontario – Durham Region Health Department, in partnership with local municipal recreation centres and the Oshawa Mary Street YMCA, is once again offering the Grade 5 Action Pass for the 2024-2025 school year.
The Grade 5 Action Pass gives students the opportunity to enjoy free public swimming, skating and drop-in programs at participating recreation centres across Durham Region. The pass is valid from September 2024 to August 2025 and provides unlimited use for students during this period...
Durham Region recognized as one of Canada’s best locations to invest
Posted on Tuesday, September 03, 2024 04:46 PM
Whitby, Ontario – The Regional Municipality of Durham has been ranked among Canada’s top 20 locations to invest in 2024 by Site Selection Magazine, an internationally circulated publication for corporate real estate and economic development.
The ranking is based on factors like capital investment and job creation on a cumulative and per-capita basis. The recognition by Site Selection Magazine solidifies Durham’s standing as a prime investment destination and highlights the region’s reputation as...
Good Doctors telemedicine clinic to open in Beaverton
Posted on Thursday, August 29, 2024 12:59 PM
Whitby, Ontario – The Regional Municipality of Durham, in partnership with the Township of Brock, have entered an agreement to bring Good Doctors telemedicine to Beaverton—a service that’s been providing quality health care to Ontario residents since 2015.
This telemedicine clinic will be available by appointment to residents without a family doctor. It will operate three days per week in an office space that has a separate entrance on the main floor at Lakeview Manor long-term care home, located...
Durham Region Municipalities Come Together to Support Hunger Action Month
Posted on Thursday, August 29, 2024 12:01 PM
Drop off non-perishable foods at participating facilities from September 5 to September 27 or donate online
Whitby, Ontario, August 27, 2024 – The Region of Durham and area municipalities are once again coming together this National Hunger Action Month to help raise awareness, food donations, and funds to fight hunger in the community.
Hunger is an important issue that affects individuals, seniors, and families throughout the Region. As Durham Region continues to rapidly grow and food prices...
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