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Winter Warming Plan will support unsheltered residents in Durham Region

Whitby, Ontario – During the winter months, warmth and shelter are a matter of life or death for vulnerable populations. This is why the Region of Durham has a Winter Warming Plan in place, which offers spaces for unsheltered residents to stay warm.

Warmth and shelter are critical resources for health and safety, as people experiencing homelessness or those who are marginally housed are one of the most at-risk groups for cold-related illnesses. Cold-related illnesses include hypothermia, frostnip...

Durham celebrates accessibility champions on International Day of Persons with Disabilities

Whitby, Ontario – In recognition of International Day of Persons with Disabilities on December 3, the Disability flag will be raised at Durham Region Headquarters.

Each year, the local Accessibility Advisory Committees (AACs) nominate individuals, businesses or services based on their efforts in identifying, removing and preventing barriers for individuals living with a disability.

On November 7, the 19th Annual Joint Accessibility Advisory Committee Forum was held and nine accessibility champions...

Region of Durham and Town of Whitby reach agreement for 1635 Dundas Street Project

Whitby, Ontario – The Regional Municipality of Durham and the Town of Whitby have reached an agreement related to 1635 Dundas Street. This decision will help to ensure collaboration that will allow the project to move forward.

The Region purchased 1635 Dundas to help address the urgent need for housing and services. This will become part of the system of services across Durham to support those experiencing or at risk of homelessness. It will help to provide immediate solutions to help individuals...

Public review invited on York Region Sewage Works Project Report

Whitby, Ontario – The Regional Municipalities of York and Durham are working together to carry out the York Region Sewage Works Project, a long-term wastewater infrastructure project spanning across Ajax and Pickering in Durham Region and several cities and towns in York Region. The public is invited to review and comment on the project report until December 4 by visiting durham.ca/YorkDurhamSewageProject. 

As required by the Supporting Growth and Housing in York and Durham Regions Act, 2022, the...

Region of Durham honours National Housing Day with a commitment to affordable rental housing

Whitby, Ontario – In honour of National Housing Day on November 22, The Regional Municipality of Durham is committed to helping initiate the development of 1,000 new affordable rental housing units, as detailed in the Master Housing Strategy.

To achieve this goal, the Region is taking innovative approaches. This includes working with private and non-profit sector partners. In March 2022, Regional Council endorsed the new At Home Incentive Program (AHIP), which provides capital grants and planning...