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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...
Lane restrictions on Taunton Road in Clarington
Posted on Thursday, January 29, 2026 10:47 AM
Whitby, Ontario – Durham Region is advising residents of lane restrictions on Taunton Road (Regional Road 4) in the Municipality of Clarington.
When: Ongoing until summer 2026. Unfavourable weather conditions may impact the work schedule.
Where: Taunton Road, from east of Townline Road to west of Enfield Road (Regional Road 34), in Clarington.
Why: Road reconstruction.
Note: The Region realizes that the work may be disruptive and will make every effort to complete the work as quickly and efficiently as...
Durham Regional Council approves the 2026 Business Plans and Budget
Posted on Wednesday, January 28, 2026 06:06 PM
Whitby, Ontario – Durham Regional Council has approved the 2026 Business Plans and Budget.
Durham Region's 2026 Budget balances delivering quality services with maintaining affordability for residents with a property tax increase of 4.8 per cent. For an average homeowner, Regional property taxes will increase by about $14 per month where approximately $10 dollars funds police services and $4 will be invested in other essential services across the Region including transit, housing, paramedic...
Spotlight your future at Film Durham’s Film and TV Industry Career Fair
Posted on Wednesday, January 28, 2026 11:38 AM
Whitby, Ontario – Film and television (TV) production is growing across Durham Region, and the industry needs skilled talent. Explore a creative, in-demand future right here at home with Film Durham’s Film and Television Industry Career Fair.
What: This free event is ideal for high school students, post-secondary students, and adults considering a new career path. Get a look at the world of film and TV in Durham Region and discover over 150 career possibilities, from cinematography, directing and...
Volunteers needed for the Newcomer Advisory Table
Posted on Wednesday, January 28, 2026 10:03 AM
Whitby, Ontario – The Durham Local Immigration Partnership (DLIP) is seeking five residents from the community, who can provide first-hand experience and insight as a newcomer, to join the Newcomer Advisory Table (NAT). DLIP is a dynamic network dedicated to fostering a welcoming environment for newcomers in Durham Region.
Members of NAT will serve a one-year term with an option to renew.
When: The deadline for submissions is February 16, 2026, at 11:59 p.m.
Why: The NAT will help to inform the...
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