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Volunteers needed for the Newcomer Advisory Table
Posted on Wednesday, January 28, 2026 10:03 AM
Whitby, Ontario – The Durham Local Immigration Partnership (DLIP) is seeking five residents from the community, who can provide first-hand experience and insight as a newcomer, to join the Newcomer Advisory Table (NAT). DLIP is a dynamic network dedicated to fostering a welcoming environment for newcomers in Durham Region.
Members of NAT will serve a one-year term with an option to renew.
When: The deadline for submissions is February 16, 2026, at 11:59 p.m.
Why: The NAT will help to inform the...
Extreme winter weather in Durham Region: Stay safe and informed
Posted on Sunday, January 25, 2026 12:12 PM
This PSA has been updated to reflect the most recent information
Whitby, Ontario –Durham Region is experiencing cold temperatures and expecting a major snowfall today.
Environment Canada has issued a winter storm warning and is predicting significant snowfall acrossthe region.
To support the health and safety of all residents, select winter warming locations will offer extended hours. For a complete list of warming locations and hours of operation, visit durham.ca/WinterWarming.
Regional crews are prepared and...
Speeding and road rage: how we can stop collisions together
Posted on Friday, January 23, 2026 08:30 AM
Imagine rushing to work and ignoring the speed limit; one wrong move or distraction can change lives forever. This is aggressive driving; it includes speeding, driving too fast for conditions, following too close, disobeying traffic control, turning or changing lanes without warning and failing to yield the right-of-way. These behaviours put everyone at risk.
Speeding is one of the most common aggressive driving actions in our community. The Region of Durham has radar speed signs to improve...
Children and youth in Durham Region, become Water Warriors!
Posted on Thursday, January 22, 2026 12:13 PM
Do you know a young artist who cares about protecting Durham region’s water? Durham residents aged 18 and under are invited to take part in our annual Water Report Cover Drawing Challenge! Become “Water Warriors” by creating artwork that showcases how you help protect water at home, school or in your community. Two submissions will be selected as cover artwork for upcoming Regional water reports!
Completed drawings or paintings must be submitted by Sunday, February 15 via email to
Regional Road 15 - Township of Brock - Beaver River Bridge - Canadian Navigable Waters Act
Posted on Wednesday, January 21, 2026 10:13 AM
The Regional Municipality of Durham has submitted information to the Navigable Waters Registry, as required under the Canadian Navigable Waters Act. This submission is now available for public comment and it includes details about the project site and plans.
In accordance with paragraph 10(1)(b) of the Act, the Region has filed with the Minister of Transport through the online Common Project Search registry (http://common-project-search.canada.ca). Under registry number 14195, a description of...
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