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Celebrating Welcoming Week in Durham Region
Posted on Tuesday, September 09, 2025 09:47 AM
Whitby, Ontario – From September 12 to 21, the Region of Durham, along with its Durham Local Immigration Partnership (DLIP) and newcomer service providers will recognize Welcoming Week.
This annual campaign celebrates the work done in communities to become welcoming places for all. It’s a time to recognize the power of inclusion and the people who make Durham Region a place where everyone belongs.
Did you know that 28 per cent of Durham’s current population are immigrants or individuals born...
Get ready for Curbside Giveaway Day on September 13
Posted on Monday, September 08, 2025 11:17 AM
Are you thinking of taking part in Durham Region’s Curbside Giveaway Day on Saturday, September 13?
Here’s how it works: on the event day from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m., residents place unwanted items (in good condition!) – clearly marked as “Free” – on their curb for anyone to pick up. At the end of the day, residents return unclaimed items to their home.
Curbside Giveaway Day events are an opportunity to reduce the amount of garbage going to disposal by giving away your unwanted items or by going on a...
Cultivating connections: Annual farm tour highlights supportive agriculture industries
Posted on Friday, September 05, 2025 11:05 AM
Whitby, Ontario – Yesterday, the Durham Agricultural Advisory Committee (DAAC) successfully hosted its 23rd annual farm tour at Kubota Canada Limited Headquarters. The theme was “Agriculture Supportive Industries in Durham Region” and highlighted the importance of industries who support primary farming and agriculture. Attendees also gained a deeper understanding of how the industry contributes to the economic success of the region through the production of crops and jobs on farms, as well as...
Lane restrictions on Osborne Street in the Township of Brock
Posted on Thursday, September 04, 2025 03:31 PM
Whitby, Ontario – Durham Region is advising residents of upcoming lane restrictions on Osborne Street in the Township of Brock.
When: September 8 to October 24. Unfavourable weather conditions may impact the work schedule.
Where: Osborne Street (Regional Road 23) from Concession 5 to north of Bay Street in Brock.
Why: To safely rehabilitate the road.
Note: The Region realizes that the work may be disruptive and will make every effort to complete the work as quickly and efficiently as possible. Drivers...
Health Department releases report on climate change and air quality in Durham Region
Posted on Thursday, September 04, 2025 10:57 AM
Whitby, Ontario – Climate change is expected to increase exposure to poor air quality for residents of Durham Region and the Mississaugas of Scugog Island First Nation and other Indigenous Peoples with whom we share and steward these lands.
To help learn about, prepare for, and act against climate change, Durham Region Health Department has released the report, Assessing the Impact of Poor Air Quality, available at durham.ca/ClimateAndHealth. Part of the series Climate Change and Health in Durham...
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