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Durham Region supports 2SLGBTQI+ communities and champions equity and acceptance for all
Posted on Wednesday, September 20, 2023 08:00 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 20), we take this opportunity to reinforce our support to our local 2SLGBTQI+ communities and school boards in light of today’s planned protests across Canada.
In Durham Region, we strive to create safe, respectful and inclusive communities where everyone is welcomed and is valued for who they are.
It is important...

Showcase your products and services to the Region and local municipalities this October
Posted on Wednesday, September 13, 2023 02:39 PM
Whitby, Ontario – The Region of Durham, in collaboration with local area municipalities, is calling on businesses interested in working with the municipal sector to showcase their products or services at this year’s virtual Business Showcase on October 16, 17 and 18.
Upon registration, businesses will be grouped into one of the following key product/service themes. Each theme supports Regional and municipal program and service areas to provide innovative solutions for:
- General Business Services
Join us at a Public Information Centre for the Cycling Wayfinding and Signage Strategy
Posted on Tuesday, September 12, 2023 12:09 PM
Whitby, Ontario – The Regional Municipality of Durham is making it easier to navigate Durham Region on your bike with the development of a Cycling Wayfinding and Signage Strategy. This initiative will create new visually consistent signs to help residents and visitors navigate the cycling network. The Region is holding a virtual Public Information Centre (PIC) for the new Cycling Wayfinding and Signage Strategy. The goal of this project is to provide users of all ages and abilities with a...
Durham Region named one of the world’s Top7 Intelligent Communities for the second year in a row
Posted on Wednesday, June 21, 2023 10:56 AM
Whitby, Ontario – Durham Region has been named one of the top seven global Intelligent Communities of 2023 by the Intelligent Community Forum (ICF).
The announcement marks the 21st annual top seven list and comes following the 2023 Top7 Intelligent Communities Conference hosted by the Region of Durham, in partnership with ICF.
ICF recognizes the world’s leading municipalities that are successfully using broadband deployment and use, workforce development, innovation, digital inclusion and advocacy to...
Durham Region named one of the top seven Intelligent Communities in the world
Posted on Thursday, June 23, 2022 09:21 AM
Whitby, Ontario – Durham Region has been named one of the top seven global Intelligent Communities of 2022 by the Intelligent Community Forum (ICF).
In the 20th annual top seven list, Durham Region is named alongside cities from Australia, Brazil, Canada, Taiwan and Vietnam. This fall, one of the seven finalists will be named the Intelligent Community of the Year at the ICF Summit.
The ICF’s top seven list recognizes the world’s leading municipalities that are successfully using digital innovations to...
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