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Health Department investigating confirmed case of measles in Durham Region
Posted on Wednesday, April 03, 2024 04:42 PM
Whitby, Ontario - Durham Region Health Department has received confirmation of a case of measles in a local adult who acquired the illness during recent travel abroad. The individual is currently isolated at home.
Currently, the Health Department is investigating and following up directly with known contacts in Durham Region who may have been exposed to the measles virus through this individual and has also followed up with other appropriate jurisdictions regarding possible exposures outside of...
Durham Region’s Blue Box program transitions to producer responsibility
Posted on Wednesday, April 03, 2024 04:13 PM
No immediate impact for residents as current recycling program and schedules will remain unchanged during transition
Whitby, Ontario – Starting July 1, 2024, Durham’s Blue Box program will transition to being delivered by an organization named, “Circular Materials” on behalf of all producers of the products and packaging recycled in the Blue Box within Ontario. Although the responsibility for the blue box recycling program is changing, there will be no immediate change to how residents recycle...
Mobile ID and Benefits Access Hubs will help eligible residents with accessing benefits
Posted on Wednesday, April 03, 2024 11:23 AM
Whitby, Ontario – Mobile ID and Benefits Access Hubs will be available across Durham Region this April and May to support residents living with low income.
What: Mobile ID and Benefits Access Hubs can help eligible residents to:
- Access Social Insurance Numbers (SINs), Birth Certificates and other forms of identification (ID). Service Canada will be issuing SINs on site, provided residents bring two valid identity documents. Service Ontario will share about provincial ID.
- Open a Registered Education...
Regional Council approves 2024 Property Tax Supported Business Plans and Budget
Posted on Tuesday, April 02, 2024 10:36 AM
Whitby, Ontario – Durham Regional Council has approved the 2024 Property Tax Supported Business Plans and Budget.
The Region is investing in critical frontline core service areas, balancing the need for taxpayer affordability and competitive property taxes, and accounting for the future growth of our community through investments our community depend on like:
- Housing and homelessness support programs to advance the goals of At Home in Durham, the Durham Housing Plan 2014-2024, to end homelessness in...
Water Billing ends customer self assessment (TeleRead) water meter reading program
Posted on Thursday, March 28, 2024 09:00 AM
Durham Region has moved from the customer self-assessment (TeleRead) water meter card program to full water meter readings by Meter Readers. This eliminates the need for customers to provide readings and reduced the number of estimated bills. The decrease in estimated bills will help identify plumbing issues sooner, reducing high bills—ultimately saving customers money, improving customer service and preventing water loss. To learn more about water billing, and for FAQs and updates on...
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