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Durham Region remains committed to Beaverton Supportive Housing Project
Posted on Thursday, January 28, 2021 01:03 PM
Whitby, Ontario – On January 27, Durham Regional Council moved to release proposals made to the Township of Brock regarding the Beaverton Supportive Housing Project.
The Region has heard community concerns about the project, including security, health services and community services such as transit and policing. The Region has offered significant and comprehensive proposals to the Township of Brock to address concerns and ensure the Beaverton Supportive Housing Project is completed within the funding...
Regional Council continues to push forward with broadband strategy
Posted on Wednesday, January 27, 2021 03:16 PM
Whitby, Ontario – Durham Regional Council has approved the Regional Broadband Network report, outlining two applications for funding from the Province of Ontario and Federal Government of Canada for the phased implementation of a broadband network in Durham Region.
The Region’s goal is to implement a high-speed fibre network that will span 700 kilometres and connect all of Durham’s hamlets. This phase of the project will jumpstart that vision.
Broadband access is vital infrastructure that is essential...
Passing of Brock Mayor Debbie Bath-Hadden
Posted on Monday, January 25, 2021 09:36 AM
Whitby, Ontario – The following statement is being issued on behalf of John Henry, Regional Chair and Chief Executive Officer:
“On behalf of The Regional Municipality of Durham, I send my deepest sympathies to the family, friends and colleagues of Brock Township Mayor Debbie Bath-Hadden.
Mayor Bath-Hadden was a strong and positive force in municipal politics. She was a passionate leader who led many local community endeavours that will leave a lasting impact on the Township of Brock and Durham Region....
Regional Chair John Henry’s statement on accountability and protecting the community
Posted on Friday, January 15, 2021 08:33 AM
Whitby, Ontario – The following statement is being issued on behalf of John Henry, Regional Chair and Chief Executive Officer:
“Recently, there have been concerns and questions about some Regional Councillors’ decisions to travel during COVID-19.
I felt it was important to address this both directly with Regional Council, and with all Durham residents.
I have reminded all Regional Councillors of the importance of leading by example; and that while there are no legal barriers to travel or to following...
Health Department inspects big box stores Jan. 16 and 17 for compliance with public health measures
Posted on Thursday, January 14, 2021 03:31 PM
Whitby, Ontario - Durham Region Health Department public health inspectors will be visiting area big box stores to ensure compliance with COVID-19 public health measures as part of a provincial enforcement blitz happening this coming Saturday and Sunday. On Jan. 16 and 17, public health inspectors will join their enforcement counterparts from the province, as well as local bylaw and police officers, in this initiative to help protect workers and customers in response to rising COVID-19 cases.
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