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New all-way stop at Simcoe Street South and Harbour Road in Oshawa

Whitby, Ontario – In support of Durham Vision Zero and in collaboration with the City of Oshawa, The Regional Municipality of Durham is adding a new all-way stop at the intersection of Simcoe Street South (Regional Road 2) and Harbour Road.

Where: At the intersection of Simcoe Street South (Regional Road 2) and Harbour Road in Oshawa.

When: Tentatively scheduled for September 25. Unfavourable weather conditions may impact the work schedule.

Why: To improve road safety. 

Note: The new all-way stop will...

Health Department releases report on extreme heat in Durham Region

Second report in the series “Climate Change and Health in Durham Region”

Whitby, Ontario – Durham Region Health Department has released the report, Assessing the Impact of Extreme Heat, the second report in the series Climate Change and Health in Durham Region, available at durham.ca/ClimateAndHealth. This vulnerability assessment explores current and future local health impacts of extreme heat.

Climate change is causing more extreme heat events, which are now the deadliest weather-related events in...

Employment Services launches website to help job seekers and employers in Durham Region

Whitby, Ontario – A new website is available to support job seekers and employers across Durham region. The website, durham.ca/EmploymentServices, provides helpful resources, labour market information and more.

While in-person support is available through local Employment Services Providers, the durham.ca/EmploymentServices site can be accessed any time, from anywhere. The content on the website is specific to Durham Region communities.

The Employment Services website was launched by the Durham...

Province invests in DRPS Air Support Unit

Whitby, Ontario – The Regional Municipality of Durham and Durham Regional Police Service (DRPS) welcome the provincial investment in a new helicopter that will enhance law enforcement capacity and help address sophisticated and evolving crime in Durham Region.

As part of the Ontario government’s investment in a Joint Air Support Unit (JASU), the Province is making significant investments in police services to ensure the safety and well-being of our communities. This funding through the Solicitor...

Region of Durham recognizes the International Day of Peace

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:

“Tomorrow (September 21), the International Day of Peace will be recognized around the world. This call-to-action from the United Nations is an opportunity to reflect on, strengthen and commit to a culture of peace and inclusion—one that supports a just and equal society that is based on mutual respect, interconnectedness and...