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Region of Durham to host Ready – Set – Potty: Toilet Training Your Child workshop for caregivers
Posted on Thursday, April 10, 2025 11:23 AM
Whitby, Ontario – Caregivers are invited to attend the Ready – Set – Potty: Toilet Training Your Child workshop, hosted by Region of Durham Children’s Developmental and Behavioural Supports.
Why: This workshop provides an overview of toilet training and discusses strategies to enhance readiness skills. The workshop will include strategies appropriate for all children, including those with special needs and/or developmental delays.
When: May 5, from 10 a.m. to noon.
Where: Durham Region Headquarters,...
Celebrate environmental champions—submit your nominations for the DECAC Environmental Awards
Posted on Tuesday, April 08, 2025 03:09 PM
Whitby, Ontario – Do you know someone who has made a positive impact on environmental conservation and/or climate action through projects completed between October 1, 2023 and June 1, 2025? The Durham Environment and Climate Advisory Committee (DECAC) invites you to nominate individuals and organizations for the 2025 DECAC Environmental Achievement Awards.
When: Submit your nominations by Friday, June 27.
Established in 2003, the DECAC Environmental Achievement Awards is held every other year to...
Upcoming closure on Regional Road 1 in Uxbridge
Posted on Thursday, April 03, 2025 10:07 AM
Whitby, Ontario – The Regional Municipality of Durham is advising residents of a road closure on Regional Road 1 (Concession Road 7) in the Township of Uxbridge.
When: April 14 to July 9, 2025. Unfavourable weather conditions may impact the work schedule.
Where: Regional Road 1 (Concession Road 7), between Regional Road 13 and Foster Drive, in Uxbridge.
Why: The road closure is in place to accommodate the reconstruction of Regional Road 1 (Concession Road 7). For more information, visit durham...
Upcoming lane restrictions on Winchester Road in the Town of Whitby
Posted on Wednesday, April 02, 2025 03:30 PM
Whitby, Ontario – The Regional Municipality of Durham is advising residents of upcoming lane restrictions on Winchester Road (Regional Road 3) in the Town of Whitby.
Where: Winchester Road, from Durham Street/Chelmsford Drive to east of Watford Street/Anderson Street, in Whitby.
When: The contractor will re-mobilize April 7, 2025, with scheduled completion by late summer 2025. Unfavourable weather conditions may impact the work schedule.
Why: To safely rehabilitate and widen Winchester Road.
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Unlock opportunity at the Business Showcase: where local business meets government needs
Posted on Tuesday, April 01, 2025 12:50 PM
Whitby, Ontario – Do you have a product or service that can be used by the municipal sector? Pitch your business at the Business Showcase. This multi-day event is hosted annually by the Region of Durham, in collaboration with local area municipalities and community partners. The online event is a great opportunity to feature your business products and service solutions directly to municipal staff.
When: Tuesday, April 29; Wednesday, April 30; and Thursday, May 1.
Where: This is an online event.
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