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Celebrate Black History Month at Together We Rise Durham’s annual event

Whitby, Ontario – Each year, the Region of Durham, in partnership with Durham Regional Police Service, local municipalities and community partners, hosts a free Black History Month event for the community.

This year’s theme is Together We Rise Durham: Legacy ignites the path for youth to lead the future, honouring the work of those who paved the way and recognizing the potential of youth as leaders of change.

Attendees can expect an empowering evening featuring the Legacy Café—a welcoming space...

New left-turn restrictions at Harmony Road South and Tennyson Avenue in Oshawa

*Please see the most current Public Service Announcement for the Harmony Road South and Tennyson Avenue left-turn restrictions here: Update: left-turn restrictions at Harmony Road South and Tennyson Avenue in Oshawa.

Whitby, Ontario – In support of Durham Vision Zero, The Regional Municipality of Durham is installing left-turn restrictions at the intersection of Harmony Road South (Regional Road 33) and Tennyson Avenue in the City of Oshawa.

Where: The northbound left-turn from Harmony Road onto...

Road closure on Courtice Road in Courtice

Whitby, Ontario – Durham Region is advising residents of an upcoming road closure on Courtice Road (Regional Road 34) in the Municipality of Clarington’s community of Courtice.  

When: Day and night January 26 to April 3. Unfavourable weather conditions may impact the work schedule.  

Where: Courtice Road from Bloor Street (Regional Road 22) to 585 metres north of Baseline Road West in Courtice.  

Why: For the safe installation of a sanitary sewer in support of new development.  

Note: Access for local...

Transform stress and anger into positive change: connect with Men’s Counselling Link

Whitby, Ontario – Men interested in reducing stress and opening doors to healthier relationships can access free, confidential counselling through Men’s Counselling Link.

What: Men’s Counselling Link offers virtual or in-person counselling to help navigate relationship challenges, anger or harmful behaviour towards others. Men’s Counselling Link can also connect men with other services, like food supports, employment services or income assistance, which helps reduce stress.

Where: Dial 2-1-1 and ask...

Building momentum for the year ahead

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 behalf of Regional Council, I would like to wish everyone in Durham a new year filled with health and happiness. As we ring in 2026, I can’t help but reflect on all we accomplished last year. It was a year of growth, innovation and shared success.

Durham Region was named Top Intelligent Community by the Intelligent Communities...