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Map your catch of a lifetime in Durham Region

Whitby, Ontario – Now you can count on making a catch to be proud of, any day of the year, with the all-new Durham Region Fishing Map! Available online and in print, this map was designed to assist seasoned and recreational anglers in exploring Durham Region’s large and welcoming fishing community.

With a unique mix of urban and rural areas, and about 20 varieties of Ontario’s favourite fish, Durham Region provides world-class fishing opportunities year-round. A true four-season fishing destination,...

Cycling is on the map in Durham Region

Whitby, Ontario – If you love the idea of exploring Durham Region’s picturesque waterfronts, rolling hills and spectacular tourist destinations via bicycle, then the all-new 2017 Durham Cycle Tours Map is for you! Durham Tourism is thrilled to release the updated version of this map, which has been designed to offer experienced recreational cyclists with valuable information to plan the perfect cycling excursion in Durham Region.  

The 2017 map includes 14 updated cycling route suggestions,...

Discover Durham Region with the all-new 2017 Discovery Guide

Whitby, Ontario –

Durham Tourism’s all-new 2017 Discovery Guide is now available. The guide is designed to provide visitors and residents with a first-hand look at the many unique tourism destinations and attractions throughout Durham Region.

 

The free Discovery Guide features a calendar of events happening year-round, as well as information on Durham accommodations, local dining, agri-tourism, entertainment, shopping, outdoor adventures, sports and recreation, art, music, heritage, festivals...

Region of Durham offers new online system for social housing vacancies

Whitby, Ontario – As part of At Home in Durham, the Durham Housing Plan 2014-2024, a new online system is now available for applicants on the rent-geared-to-income (RGI) housing waiting list in Durham Region.

The Durham Access to Social Housing (DASH) Vacancies Site at www.durham.ca/DASH allows applicants to view and express interest in RGI vacancies, that they qualify for, with social housing providers and some private landlords throughout the region.

“Finding vacancies is now much easier and...

2016 Business Count results now available

Whitby, Ontario – In the summer of 2016, The Regional Municipality of Durham’s Planning and Economic Development Department, conducted its fifth Business Count as part of an annual Regional project that gathers employment statistics, and promotes local economic development initiatives. The project surveys local businesses and gathers data about business operations, including the type and nature of the business, the number of employees, plans for growth, floor space and location.

From May to August...