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Council approves Age-Friendly Durham Strategy and Action Plan
Posted on Wednesday, April 12, 2017 12:00 PM
Whitby, Ontario – Durham Regional Council has approved the Age-Friendly Durham Strategy and Action Plan—a document designed to provide the foundation for a strong and vibrant community where older adults remain active, enjoy better health, and are more engaged and informed.
“A strong and vibrant community benefits us all, and older adults have an abundance of knowledge and experience to share,” said Roger Anderson, Regional Chair and Chief Executive Officer. “This plan will help to ensure our...
Durham Region earns OPWA Project of the Year Award for new Clarington Police Complex
Posted on Wednesday, April 12, 2017 12:00 PM
Whitby, Ontario – The new Durham Regional Police Service (DRPS) Clarington Police Complex has been named Project of the Year for 2016 by the Ontario Public Works Association (OPWA) in the Structures, $10 to $50 million category.
Works Department staff (Business Services—Facilities Design, Construction and Asset Management Division) were presented with the OPWA Project of the Year Award today at Durham Regional Council. This award promotes excellence in the management and administration of public...
Durham Regional Council swears in new member
Posted on Wednesday, April 12, 2017 12:00 PM
Whitby, Ontario – Today, at Regional Council, City of Oshawa Regional Councillor Doug Sanders completed his Declaration of Office and became a member of Durham Regional Council.
Councillor Sanders fills the vacancy left by the sudden passing of City of Oshawa Regional Councillor Nancy Diamond. Councillor Sanders was appointed to this role, by members of Oshawa City Council, during their March 20 meeting.
During today’s meeting, Councillor Sanders was also appointed to the Business Advisory Centre...
Durham Region maintains S&P Triple A credit rating
Posted on Monday, April 10, 2017 12:00 PM
Whitby, Ontario – Once again, The Regional Municipality of Durham is one of only six municipalities in Canada to have been awarded a Triple A credit rating, with a stable outlook, from S&P Global Ratings (S&P). This rating reflects the municipality’s strong financial management, sound budgetary results and low debt burden.
“This rating is a testament to Regional Council’s long-standing commitment to financial policies and planning. It highlights why we are considered leaders in fiscal...
Agriculture, education and Canada's 150th celebrations come together with Durham Farm Connections
Posted on Friday, April 07, 2017 12:00 PM
Whitby, Ontario – More than 1,000 Grade 3 students from across Durham Region attended Durham Farm Connections, a three-day educational program that meets Ontario curriculum requirements and provides students with the opportunity to be a farmer for a day, through interactive stations with local farmers.
The event, held from April 4 to 6, was organized by more than 100 volunteers and included hands-on demonstrations by local farmers and live animal exhibits. The students and their teachers...
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