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Recognizing achievements in sustainability through the Durham Greener Buildings program
Posted on Thursday, November 20, 2025 10:02 AM
Whitby, Ontario – On November 19, 2025, leaders, experts and climate champions gathered in Whitby for the second annual Durham Greener Buildings Evening of Recognition. The event celebrated achievements in sustainability and building decarbonization.
Launched in January 2024 with Windfall Ecology Centre, the Durham Greener Buildings program advances benchmarking, transparency and energy performance disclosure. It supports Durham Region’s Community Energy Plan, which focuses on realizing local...
New funding expands parasport opportunities in Durham Region
Posted on Wednesday, November 19, 2025 10:07 AM
Whitby, Ontario – The Region of Durham, in partnership with Durham Community Foundation, is pleased to announce the 2025 recipients of the Durham Region Para Sport and Recreation Opportunities Fund. This year’s grants will support the continued growth of para sport opportunities and participation across the region.
The five recipients of funds are:
- Abilities Centre: Support the Abilities Centre Eagles wheelchair basketball program with latex‑free basketballs and hosting a youth wheelchair basketball...
Regional Chair John Henry urges drivers to slow down and move over to protect first responders
Posted on Monday, November 17, 2025 11:25 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:
“Last night (November 16), while responding to a collision on Wagg Road and Highway 47, three firefighters of the Uxbridge Fire Department sustained serious injuries when they were struck by an approaching vehicle. Our thoughts are with the injured firefighters, and we wish for a full and speedy recovery to everyone involved.
This...
Honouring Canada’s brave heroes on Remembrance Day
Posted on Tuesday, November 11, 2025 07:59 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:
“Each year, millions of Canadians wear the poppy close to their hearts as a symbol of remembrance, gratitude and hope for a peaceful future. It represents the lives lost, the wounds suffered—visible and invisible—and the enduring legacy of those who fought for our freedom.
We also wear it to advocate for the well-being of Veterans...
Reconciliation through remembrance: Honouring brave heroes on Indigenous Veterans Day
Posted on Saturday, November 08, 2025 08:00 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:
“Today (November 8) on Indigenous Veterans Day, we honour the courage, strength and sacrifices of First Nations, Inuit, and Métis Veterans who have served in times of war, conflict and peace.
For generations, Indigenous Peoples have answered the call to defend this land—from the First and Second World Wars to Korea, Afghanistan and...
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