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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...
Building a stronger Durham: Thriving Communities Fund now open to non-profits
Posted on Thursday, February 19, 2026 10:02 AM
Whitby, Ontario – The Region of Durham is accepting applications for the Thriving Communities Fund, which supports local non-profit organizations to help prevent and/or reduce poverty for Durham residents.
What: The Thriving Communities Fund supports non-profit organizations with operational and/or capacity building activities that strengthen their ability to deliver programs and services. The maximum amount to be awarded is $50,000 per approved application.
When: The deadline for non-profit...
Celebrate International Women’s Day at the Region of Durham’s community event
Posted on Wednesday, February 18, 2026 02:12 PM
Whitby, Ontario – Each year on March 8, communities around the world mark International Women’s Day, a global celebration of the social, economic, cultural, and political achievements of women, and a vital call to action for advancing gender equality.
In recognition of this important occasion, the Region of Durham, together with local municipalities and community partners, is proud to host its annual International Women’s Day event. This free event is open to members of the public from across the...
Village of Brooklin - Town of Whitby - planned short duration of low water pressure - Zone 4
Posted on Tuesday, February 17, 2026 09:54 AM
The Regional Municipality of Durham Works Department would like to inform residents that on Wednesday, February 18 from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m, Regional staff will be doing work on the Brooklin (Whitby) Zone 4 water pressure system. As a result, residents in the area may experience lower than normal water pressure. The areas of potential low water pressure are located east and west of Thickson Road North between Columbus Road East and Carnwith Drive East, and between Bayberry Court and Nightingale...
Durham Region marks Lunar New Year; welcomes the Year of the Horse
Posted on Tuesday, February 17, 2026 08:16 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:
“I would like to extend warm wishes of health, joy and good fortune to Chinese, Korean, Vietnamese, and other East and Southeast Asian families in Durham Region as they celebrate Lunar New Year.
This year welcomes the Year of the Horse, symbolizing energy, resilience and forward momentum. These qualities reflect the spirit of our...
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