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Calling all Durham youth to become Water Warriors

Whitby, Ontario – The Regional Municipality of Durham is inviting young residents to take part in its annual Water Report Cover Drawing Challenge. Durham residents aged 18 and under are encouraged to become “Water Warriors” by creating artwork that shows how they help protect water in their everyday lives.

Participants are asked to draw or paint a picture showcasing actions that help conserve and protect water, such as saving water at home or school, protecting rivers, lakes and groundwater, and...

Apply to join Durham Region’s Accessibility Advisory Committee

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 the preparation, implementation and review of the multi-year accessibility plan and other accessibility-related priorities...

Building momentum for the year ahead

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 Regional Council, I would like to wish everyone in Durham a new year filled with health and happiness. As we ring in 2026, I can’t help but reflect on all we accomplished last year. It was a year of growth, innovation and shared success.

Durham Region was named Top Intelligent Community by the Intelligent Communities...

Durham Region earns Bronze Bicycle Friendly Community designation

Whitby, Ontario – The Regional Municipality of Durham has been recognized as a Bronze Bicycle Friendly Community (BFC) by the Share the Road Cycling Coalition, marking a significant milestone in the Region’s commitment to active transportation. This achievement is especially notable as Durham is the first regional municipality in Ontario to receive a BFC designation.

The designation reflects the Region’s growing leadership in promoting cycling and sustainable transportation through strong...

Durham Regional Council approves 2026 water supply and sanitary sewer user rates

Whitby, Ontario – Durham Regional Council has approved the 2026 Water Supply and Sanitary Sewer User Rates, with a combined increase of 5 per cent, or approximately $5.24 per month for an average household.

This increase supports accelerated infrastructure needs to meet provincial housing targets, ongoing maintenance and operation of the water supply and sanitary sewer systems, and several major projects including upgrades and expansion of the Whitby Water Supply Plant, and upgrades at the...