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Shop local this holiday season during #ShopInDurham Week
Posted on Tuesday, November 21, 2023 03:20 PM
Whitby, Ontario – Durham Tourism—in partnership with the Durham Economic Task Force (DETF)—are encouraging the community to shop local this holiday season during Shop in Durham Week, from November 26 to December 2.
Shop in Durham Week will kick off with a flag-raising ceremony at Regional Headquarters on November 27. This weeklong celebration highlights the region’s vibrant and diverse business community; serving as a reminder to support local businesses during the season of gift-giving—and...
Recognizing environment and climate leaders in Durham Region
Posted on Wednesday, November 15, 2023 11:00 AM
Whitby, Ontario – The Durham Environment and Climate Advisory Committee’s (DECAC) 2023 Durham Environmental Achievement Awards were handed out last night at the Durham Environment and Climate Forum at Ontario Tech University in Oshawa.
Established in 2003, the award categories – named in memory of past environmental leaders – recognize and acknowledge environmental achievements of individuals and organizations in the public, private and non-profit sectors within Durham Region. The program is...
Regional Chair brings Diwali greetings
Posted on Thursday, November 09, 2023 09:20 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:
"On Sunday (November 12), people around the world of Hindu, Sikh, Buddhist and Jain faiths, will begin celebrating Diwali, the Festival of Lights. This cherished celebration symbolizes the spiritual triumph of light over darkness. It represents new beginnings and ideas in the spirit of hope and knowledge.
As a time of renewal and...
Durham Region honours Canada’s brave heroes this November
Posted on Wednesday, November 08, 2023 09:27 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:
“November is a time of remembrance. It is an opportunity to honour and show respect for our country’s Veterans, and those who have chosen to serve as regular and reserve service members. So many brave individuals have defended the freedoms and values we enjoy today, while others stand ready to serve.
Today (November 8), is National...
Local campaign educates about the use of naloxone to help reverse opioid overdose
Posted on Wednesday, November 01, 2023 11:46 AM
Whitby, Ontario – Durham Region Health Department, in partnership with the Durham Region Opioid Task Force, is promoting a local campaign entitled, “Help save a life. Reverse an overdose. Carry naloxone.” This campaign aims to help reduce the damaging effects of an opioid overdose on members of our community.
“Naloxone is a life-saving medication that can reverse the effects of an opioid overdose” said Lee Truong, a public health nurse with the Health Department. “Naloxone is a nasal spray that...
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