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Regional Chair to host anti-Black racism town hall
Posted on Wednesday, June 24, 2020 03:45 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:
“Across the communities that make up the Region of Durham, we have been clear in our need to fight racism and discrimination. We work hard to build a region that is welcoming, but we know that embracing diversity and inclusion is not enough.
We need to educate ourselves on the realities of anti-Black racism and acknowledge how we have...
Lane restrictions on Dundas Street East in Whitby
Posted on Wednesday, June 24, 2020 01:15 AM
Whitby, Ontario – The Regional Municipality of Durham is advising residents of eastbound and westbound lane restrictions on Dundas Street East in the Town of Whitby.
When: June 25 to 26 (day and night). Unfavourable weather conditions may influence the work schedule.
Where: Dundas Street East, from Kantium Way to 100 meters west of Kantium Way, in the Town of Whitby.
Why: To safely repair an existing sanitary sewer.
Note: Drivers are asked to exercise caution for the safety of pedestrians, cyclists and...
UPDATE: Road closure on Fishlock Street due to watermain construction on Harwood Avenue North in Ajax
Posted on Tuesday, June 23, 2020 10:00 AM
Whitby, Ontario – The Regional Municipality of Durham is advising residents of a temporary road closure on Fishlock Street due to ongoing construction at Harwood Avenue North, from Kerrison Drive West to Rossland Road West, in the Town of Ajax.
When: June 24 to 25. Unfavourable weather conditions may influence the work schedule.
Where: Fishlock Street, at Harwood Avenue North, in the Town of Ajax.
Why: To safely construct a new watermain.
Note: Traffic will be diverted by a signed detour route. Municipal...
Reminder: Celebrate Canada Day the Durham Way on July 1
Posted on Tuesday, June 23, 2020 09:00 AM
Whitby, Ontario – On July 1, join us as we celebrate Canada Day the Durham Way—an uplifting, virtual celebration of the communities in Durham Region. To see a special Canada Day message check out this video.
New and exciting performances and family friendly entertainment have been announced for the event including:
- O’Canada performed by local artist, Kalista Wilson
- Baking beaver tails with MasterChef Canada winner and host of Mary’s Kitchen Crush, Mary Berg
- Soca entertainment from The Fuh Fun Band
Durham Region showcases its innovation community at Collision conference
Posted on Tuesday, June 23, 2020 08:15 AM
Whitby, Ontario – Durham Region is showing businesses and investors why the eastern edge of the Greater Toronto Area is known for its innovation, STEM talent and creativity at the Collision from Home technology conference this week.
Located just east of Toronto, Durham Region’s rich history of innovation stretches back to when Robert McLaughlin started his journey to transform human mobility by founding McLaughlin Carriage (later General Motors of Canada). As Durham grew, so too has its innovation...
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