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Countdown to DRIFF: Experience the power of film in Durham Region
Posted on Tuesday, October 07, 2025 09:42 AM
Get ready for three unforgettable days of film and festivities. The Durham Region International Film Festival (DRIFF) returns October 23 to 25.
Spanning three venues in Ajax, Oshawa and Whitby, DRIFF 2025 offers a powerful lineup of films from local and international creators. Experience cinema beyond the screen with red carpet photo ops, filmmaker panels and interactive workshops.
With support from Film Durham (Durham Region Film Commission), the festival celebrates Durham’s growing film...
Health Department encourages parents to book eye examinations for school-aged children
Posted on Thursday, October 02, 2025 10:03 AM
Whitby, Ontario – Durham Region Health Department is reminding parents of school-aged children to book an appointment for their child with a local optometrist as vision screening is an important component of a child’s visual health.
The Ontario Association of Optometrists recommends that children should have their first eye examination at six-months old, another examination between two and three years old, and then every year starting at age four. The Ontario Health Insurance Plan (OHIP) covers a...
Help keep everyone healthy during respiratory illness season
Posted on Wednesday, October 01, 2025 10:36 AM
Whitby, Ontario – Respiratory illness season is here, and Durham Region Health Department encourages area residents to protect themselves and their loved ones by getting free respiratory vaccines now available in Durham Region.
This respiratory season, the province continues to expand access to protection against Respiratory Syncytial Virus (RSV), a common virus that can cause serious illness in infants and older adults.
- Older adults: New this year, all adults 75 and older are recommended to...
Building a future rooted in trust and respect on National Day for Truth and Reconciliation
Posted on Tuesday, September 30, 2025 08:07 AM
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 (September 30), on the fifth National Day for Truth and Reconciliation, we gather as a nation to remember the children who never made it home, and to honour the survivors of the residential school system—along with their families and communities—who continue to carry the weight of these tragedies.
In Durham Region, we are...
Share your thoughts! Health Department launches survey for parents and caregivers
Posted on Monday, September 29, 2025 09:59 AM
Whitby, Ontario – Durham Region Health Department is inviting parents and caregivers of children three to six-years old to participate in a new survey to help better understand the challenges parents face, and what information and programs are needed to support healthy growth and development for children.
“We’re launching this parenting survey to hear directly from caregivers about their parenting experiences and to learn what supports are needed to help children thrive. This information will...
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