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Durham Region 2023 Ontario Parasport Games receives national PRESTIGE Award
Posted on Thursday, March 21, 2024 02:44 PM
Whitby, Ontario – The Durham Region 2023 Ontario Parasport Games (Games) have been recognized by Sport Tourism Canada with a 2024 PRESTIGE Award for Legacy of the Year.
The Legacy of the Year Award recognizes the outstanding achievements or contributions by individuals, companies or organizations that have helped to advance sustainable and environmental stewardship within a Canadian Sport Event in 2023 and have left a demonstrable legacy to the community.
The Games were successfully hosted from...
Durham Region named one of the Smart21 Communities of 2024
Posted on Wednesday, March 20, 2024 02:44 PM
Whitby, Ontario – Durham Region has been named one of the top Smart21 Communities of the Year for the fourth year in a row.
Each year, the Intelligent Community Forum (ICF)’s Smart21 Communities program recognizes the world’s leading municipalities that are successfully leveraging data and digital assets to develop inclusive and prosperous communities. The program rewards communities using modern technology and innovative thinking to improve economic competitiveness, engage citizens, and increase...
Region of Durham welcomes first occupants to 1635 Dundas Street East
Posted on Wednesday, March 20, 2024 01:39 PM
Whitby, Ontario – The Regional Municipality of Durham welcomes the first occupants to the 1635 Dundas Street East shelter this morning on March 20.
The Region purchased 1635 Dundas to help address the urgent need for housing and services. This is part of the continuum of care across Durham to support those experiencing or at risk of homelessness. This low barrier shelter will help to provide immediate solutions that will help people who need it most.
This building provides 45 shelter beds to help...
Regional Chair statement on groundbreaking at north Pickering long-term care home
Posted on Friday, March 15, 2024 03:02 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:
“Today (March 15), the Region of Durham was pleased to be joined by Stan Cho, Minister of Long-Term Care, for the groundbreaking ceremony at the site of the Region’s newest long-term care home in north Pickering.
The new facility will be a wonderful addition to the four existing regionally owned and operated long-term care homes. The...
Health Department stresses the importance of eye examinations for school-aged children
Posted on Tuesday, March 12, 2024 10:09 AM
Whitby, Ontario – Durham Region Health Department is encouraging parents and caregivers of school-aged children to book an optometrist appointment for their child for an eye examination and emphasizes the importance of eye examinations for all young children.
“Yearly eye examinations are free for children up to 19-years old with a valid Ontario Health Insurance Plan (OHIP) card,” explained Yemisi Aladesua, a public health nurse with the Health Department. “We encourage all parents of school-aged...
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