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Durham Region to host 2026 Budget Town Hall
Posted on Wednesday, September 03, 2025 04:30 PM
Whitby, Ontario – Residents are invited to join Durham Region’s Chief Administrative Officer and other members of the Region’s senior leadership team at the virtual 2026 Budget Town Hall.
When: Monday, September 8 at 6:30 p.m.
Where: Residents can join the event online or by phone. For more information or to pre-register, visit yourvoice.durham.ca/Budget.
Why: It is a chance for residents to help shape the Region’s 2026 budget priorities by asking questions, listening in and learning more about the...
Helping kids get to school safely by slowing down in school zones
Posted on Wednesday, September 03, 2025 09:01 AM
It’s that time of year again! With Durham Region students back to school, road users must remember to keep safety top of mind in school zones.
Drivers need to slow down, stay focused, and watch for cyclists and pedestrians, including distracted kids who may be excited to be back at school. Children should also be reminded about the importance of crossing the road at a designated crossing or signalized intersection, and waiting until the road is clear and cars and cyclists have come to a complete...
Take part in Durham’s treasure hunt: Curbside Giveaway Day!
Posted on Tuesday, September 02, 2025 03:15 PM
Whitby, Ontario – Curbside Giveaway Day is back to help you turn your unwanted goods into someone else’s treasure! Curbside Giveaway Day is an event organized in co-operation with the local area municipalities, where residents can place unwanted items still in good condition—clearly marked as “Free”—on their curb for anyone to pick up. At the end of the Curbside Giveaway Day, residents should bring any items that were not taken back into their homes.
When: Saturday, September 13, from 7 a.m. to 7...
The Energy from Waste-Waste Management Advisory Committee Meeting #57
Posted on Tuesday, September 02, 2025 10:20 AM
EFW-WMAC
Meeting #57
The Energy from Waste-Waste Management Advisory Committee (EFW-WMAC) Meeting #57 will be held on Tuesday, September 23, 2025, from 7 to 9 p.m. The meeting agenda is available on our Events Calendar page.
The public may view the EFW-WMAC meeting via live streaming online at durham.ca/live.
For more information, please contact The Regional Municipality of Durham, Works Department:
Sheila Risorto
1-800-372-1102 ext. 2195
EFW-WMAC@durham.ca
DurhamYorkWaste.ca
durham.ca
New name, same heart: Children’s Services Division gets a new name!
Posted on Tuesday, September 02, 2025 09:51 AM
Whitby, Ontario – The Region of Durham Children’s Services Division is unveiling a new name, “Child Care and Early Years Division,” to better reflect the services and supports offered in the community.
The Child Care and Early Years Division supports local families to access affordable, accessible and high-quality child care, early years programs and services. The division is the system manager for child care and early years programs across Durham Region, and is implementing the Canada-wide Early...
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