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Health Department celebrates World No Tobacco Day, May 31

Whitby, Ontario – May 31 is World No Tobacco Day (WNTD) and Durham Region Health Department will mark this event by reminding everyone that it’s never too late to quit smoking and bringing awareness of the harms of tobacco marketing to youth.

WNTD was created by the World Health Organization (WHO) in 1987 and is recognized each year on May 31 to highlight the harmful effects of tobacco. This annual event highlights the tobacco epidemic and emphasizes the important work still to be done in tobacco...

Upcoming lane restrictions on Liverpool Road North in Pickering

Whitby, Ontario – The Regional Municipality of Durham is advising residents of upcoming lane restrictions on Liverpool Road (Regional Road 29), in the City of Pickering.

When: June 3 to June 28. Unfavourable weather conditions may influence the work schedule.

Where:  Liverpool Road, from the 401 off ramp (Walnut Lane extension) to 100 metres north of Pickering Parkway, in Pickering. Liverpool southbound lanes will be affected as well as the intersection of Pickering Parkway and Liverpool Road. One...

Durham Region celebrates Recreation and Parks Month with a passport adventure initiative

Whitby, Ontario - June is Recreation and Parks Month and Durham Region Health Department, in partnership with the Durham Region municipalities and Durham Tourism, is introducing an exciting passport adventure initiative for all area residents.

The passport provides an opportunity for residents to explore a variety of activities across Durham Region, with the chance to win a new bike which can be used to cycle the region’s many trails. Residents can download a digital copy of the passport by...

The Region of Durham celebrates National AccessAbility Week

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:

“On Sunday (May 26), National AccessAbility Week will begin across the country. This week is an opportunity for Canadians to celebrate people of all abilities; recognize the individuals, organizations and communities that are working to remove barriers; and raise awareness of issues related to accessibility and inclusion.

People...

Upcoming road closure on Marnie Drive in Clarington

Whitby, Ontario – The Regional Municipality of Durham is advising residents of an upcoming road closure on Marnie Drive in the Municipality of Clarington’s community of Courtice.

When: June 3 to August 2. Unfavourable weather conditions may influence the work schedule.

Where: Marnie Drive, from Baseline Road to Cigas Road, in Clarington. Cigas Road will be accessible from Trulls Road and detour signs will be posted prior to construction.

Why: To safely install a new watermain.

Note: The Region realizes...