News Releases

Region of Durham provides funding to non-profit organizations that prevent or reduce poverty

Whitby, Ontario – The Region of Durham is investing in non-profit organizations that help prevent and/or reduce poverty for Durham Region residents.

The almost $500,000 investment comes via the Thriving Communities Fund, which supports programs and services that address food security, mental health, and addictions; meet the needs of vulnerable populations, such as seniors and children; and improves local employment opportunities.

The Thriving Communities Fund also supports capacity building...

Ritson School Project continues to make progress

Whitby, Ontario – An update on the Ritson School Project was presented to Regional Council on June 26.

The update included a Community Needs Assessment, which was prepared by Smart Density and LURA Consulting. The assessment highlighted the following key considerations:

• New affordable and market housing, including one and two-bedroom units, as well as support programs.
• Child care, educational, training or recreational programs, as well as services for youth and sole-caregiver families.
• Opportunities...

Mosquitoes test positive for West Nile virus in Durham Region

Whitby, Ontario - Durham Region Health Department has received notification that adult mosquitoes in Oshawa have tested positive for West Nile virus (WNV). This is the first mosquito batch in Durham Region to test positive for WNV this season.

The positive batch of mosquitoes was collected from one of the Health Department’s mosquito trap sites located in Oshawa. Every week between June and September, the Health Department sets mosquito traps across the region and submits mosquitoes for...

Durham Region to proceed with the redevelopment of DRLHC sites in Oshawa

Whitby, Ontario – Durham Regional Council has endorsed the feasibility analysis for the redevelopment of two Durham Regional Local Housing Corporation (DRLHC) sites, located on Christine Crescent and Malaga Road in Oshawa. Regional Council’s decision is the first step in the redevelopment process to redevelop community housing sites into new mixed income neighbourhoods including rent-geared-to-income, affordable and market rental housing.

Redevelopment of the Christine Crescent site will replace...

Durham Region celebrates Canada Day

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 Monday (July 1), people across the country will recognize Canada Day—a celebration of the heritage, shared values and diversity that make Canada a wonderful place to call home.

This day is an opportunity for all Canadians to come together and celebrate what makes us proud. Canada’s cultural identity is shaped by respect and...