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Keeping our community warm: winter support for those without shelter
Posted on Monday, December 01, 2025 01:47 PM
Whitby, Ontario – As temperatures drop, health risks increase for people experiencing homelessness. Cold exposure can cause frostbite, hypothermia and trench foot, and can make existing health problems—like heart and lung disease—worse.
To help protect people without a place to stay, the Region of Durham has a Winter Warming Plan. From December 1, 2025, to March 31, 2026, there are warming locations open across Durham region. Transportation support is available through the Durham Region Outreach...
Durham Region named 2025 Intelligent Community of the Year!
Posted on Wednesday, December 03, 2025 03:27 PM
Whitby, ON – Durham Region is celebrating a global achievement! We’ve been named 2025 Intelligent Community of the Year by the Intelligent Community Forum (ICF), a recognition of our innovation, workforce development and commitment to inclusion.
Across Durham, strong partnerships and bold ideas are shaping a brighter future—enhancing quality of life and fueling economic growth. This honour reflects the incredible collaboration of our community partners, including our eight local municipalities:...
Accessibility Advisory Committee recognizing outstanding accessibility champions
Posted on Wednesday, December 03, 2025 11:20 AM
Whitby, ON – In late September, the Durham Region Accessibility Advisory Committee hosted its 21st annual Accessibility Awards to recognize dedicated individuals and organizations committed to strengthening accessibility and inclusion in our communities.
Each year, local municipal Accessibility Advisory Committees nominate individuals, businesses, and organizations for their efforts to identify, remove, and prevent barriers for people living with disabilities. These accessibility champions are...
Creating spaces where everyone belongs on International Day of Persons with Disabilities
Posted on Wednesday, December 03, 2025 08:06 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:
“True inclusion happens when accessibility is a guiding principle in everything we do. It means making sure that every person—regardless of ability—has the opportunity to participate fully in social, economic and cultural life.
It begins by acknowledging the persistent and significant barriers that people with disabilities continue...
Building a better future in Durham Region
Posted on Friday, November 21, 2025 10:12 AM
Whitby, Ontario – To have a thriving community, access to affordable housing is a must. In recognition of National Housing Day on November 22, the Region of Durham is spotlighting the work being done to develop more housing that’s affordable, accessible and appropriate in our communities.
The Region is redeveloping some of the Durham Housing properties to increase the number of units and create modern, mixed-income communities. These properties, which are owned and operated by the Region of...
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