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Region of Durham committed to fostering a community of inclusivity and respect

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:

“Durham Region remains committed to fostering a community of inclusivity and respect. Racism is not tolerated in any form. 

Language plays a role in creating safe spaces; building up those around us through respect and understanding. 

I have communicated with Chief Moreira about the recent statements from the Police Chief and the Durham...

Durham Region marks Lunar New Year; welcomes the Year of the Horse

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:

“I would like to extend warm wishes of health, joy and good fortune to Chinese, Korean, Vietnamese, and other East and Southeast Asian families in Durham Region as they celebrate Lunar New Year.

This year welcomes the Year of the Horse, symbolizing energy, resilience and forward momentum. These qualities reflect the spirit of our...

Apply to join Durham Region’s Accessibility Advisory Committee

Thank you to those who have applied. The vacancy posting to join Durham Region’s Accessibility Advisory Committee is now closed.

Whitby, Ontario – The Region of Durham is seeking applications to join the Accessibility Advisory Committee (AAC). Individuals who have a family member with a disability are encouraged to apply.

Individuals should be passionate about creating an inclusive and accessible region. 

About the AAC

The AAC advises Regional Council through the Finance & Administration Committee on...

Replacement potassium iodide pills to be distributed to residents near nuclear generating stations

Whitby, Ontario – Ontario Power Generation (OPG), in partnership with Durham Region Health Department and Toronto Emergency Management, will provide residents living within 10 kilometres of the Pickering and Darlington nuclear generating stations with replacement potassium iodide (KI) pills. These pills will replace those distributed in 2015, which are set to expire in 2027.

Residents within the 10 km zone will automatically receive a KI package by mail at their home address. Residents living...

Honouring the past, empowering the future: Black History Month in Durham Region

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:

“This year marks 30 years of celebrating Black History Month in Canada—a time to honour the voices, resilience and achievements of Black Canadians whose leadership has shaped our past, influences our present and inspires future generations.

Black History Month is both a celebration and call to action: to confront anti-Black racism...