Search
Stay informed with weekly updates by subscribing to the This Week In Durham e-newsletter.
Count your business in: The annual Business Count returns this spring
Posted on Tuesday, April 28, 2026 10:23 AM
Whitby, Ontario – The Region of Durham is gathering employment statistics to inform how to support building a stronger local economy – one business at a time. From May to August, the Region’s Business Count team will be visiting businesses across the region. Surveyors, wearing navy blue Durham Region shirts and official photo ID cards, will conduct brief surveys to collect information about business operations, including employment, growth plans, and floor space. Your participation helps...
Applications are open for the Community Safety and Well-Being Fund
Posted on Monday, April 27, 2026 02:01 PM
Whitby, Ontario – Durham Region’s Community Safety and Well-Being Secretariat is accepting applications for the Community Safety and Well-Being (CSWB) Fund Grant program. This grant program supports not-for-profit organizations and community groups who are leading violence prevention initiatives in communities throughout Durham.
When:
- Submissions for Stream One, Direct Intervention Fund, will be accepted from April 27 to May 22, 2026.
- Submissions for Stream Two, Community Strengthening Fund, will...
Caution: Your speed matters in construction zones
Posted on Monday, April 27, 2026 01:24 PM
The number of construction projects increases as the weather warms up. Road construction work is necessary to keep our roads in good condition. To protect the safety of workers, other drivers, pedestrians and cyclists, all drivers are reminded to slow down and proceed with caution through construction zones or areas where workers are present.
Drivers are also reminded that speed limits are reduced in construction zones, and fines are doubled when workers are present.
For more information on...
Celebrate National Public Works Week at a free event in Durham Region
Posted on Monday, April 27, 2026 10:58 AM
Whitby, Ontario – A heavy equipment simulator, face painter, Touch-a-Truck and more! Take part in our free, fun-filled community event on Saturday, May 23 and discover the many services provided by the Works Department as we celebrate National Public Works Week (NPWW).
When: Saturday, May 23 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. (rain or shine).
Where: Oshawa/Whitby Depot located at 825 Conlin Road, Whitby.
Activities include a tour of the services provided at the depot, face painting, Touch-a-Truck, information...
Region of Durham to establish Durham Reception Centre in Pickering
Posted on Friday, April 24, 2026 10:19 AM
Whitby, Ontario – The federal government has provided funding for the Region of Durham to purchase a former hotel in Pickering. This space will be used to establish the Durham Reception Centre—a space providing temporary accommodation and support for asylum claimants arriving through the Durham Humanitarian Response Program (DHRP).
Located at 533 Kingston Road, the purchase of this 2.84-acre site, and some of its future operating costs, were made possible with funding from the federal Interim...
Contact Us