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Residents invited to provide input on Major Transit Station Areas Proposed Policy Directions
Posted on Tuesday, December 01, 2020 01:22 PM
Whitby, Ontario – As part of Envision Durham, the Region of Durham has released Proposed Policy Directions pertaining to Major Transit Station Areas (MTSAs).
What: There are eight MTSAs identified within Durham along the GO Train Lakeshore East line. Four of the proposed MTSAs are located along the committed GO East extensionension to Bowmanville at Thornton’s Corners, Central Oshawa, Courtice, and Bowmanville. The MTSA Proposed Policy Directions provide an overview of the proposed MTSAs,...
Region of Durham seeks members for the Energy from Waste – Waste Management Advisory Committee
Posted on Tuesday, December 01, 2020 12:42 PM
Whitby, Ontario – The Regional Municipality of Durham is seeking Durham Region resident volunteers to serve as members of the Energy-From-Waste – Waste Management Advisory Committee (EFW-WMAC).
When: Submissions must be received by 5 p.m. on Wednesday, January 6, 2021.
Where: Please send resumé and detailed cover letter to:
Melodee Smart, Administrative Assistant
The Regional Municipality of Durham, Works Department
605 Rossland Road East, Whitby, Ontario, L1N 6A3
Email: melodee.smart@durham.ca
Fax:...
Durham Regional Council approves new Master Housing Strategy
Posted on Monday, November 30, 2020 03:11 PM
Whitby, Ontario – Durham Regional Council has approved a new Master Housing Strategy to improve housing access for everyone.
The Strategy aims to improve affordability and access to housing across Durham Region, while highlighting priorities in At Home in Durham, the Durham Housing Plan 2014-2024, including providing affordable rent, greater housing choice, strong and vibrant neighbourhoods, and ending homelessness.
The new Master Housing Strategy is a living document that will:
- Revitalize the Durham...
New electric vehicle chargers coming to Durham
Posted on Friday, November 27, 2020 03:56 PM
Whitby, Ontario – Durham Region is collaborating with local area municipalities and utilities to create a community-wide network of electric vehicle (EV) chargers to accelerate our transition to a clean energy economy. This initiative is made possible through a more than $296,000 investment from the Natural Resources Canada’s Zero Emission Vehicle Infrastructure Program.
The investment will support the installation of 60 electric vehicle connectors across 21 municipally-owned and publicly-accessible...
Stay in Durham: Celebrate safely and support local this holiday season
Posted on Thursday, November 26, 2020 09:03 AM
Whitby, Ontario – The following statement is being issued on behalf of John Henry, Regional Chair and Chief Executive Officer:
“Due to COVID-19, the holidays are going to look a little different this year. In addition to public health measures that are currently in place as part of the Control - Red Category, the Province of Ontario has issued some general advice to consider when planning your holiday activities.
To help us safely celebrate with our loved ones, Durham residents are urged to avoid...
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