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Applications being accepted for a community member appointment to the Durham Regional Police Services Board
Posted on Monday, October 01, 2018 10:30 AM
Whitby, Ontario – The Regional Municipality of Durham is now accepting applications from residents who would like to serve as a community member on the Durham Regional Police Services Board (DRPSB). The term of this appointment is four years and coincides with the term of Regional Council.
When: Interested residents are requested to submit a completed application form to the Regional Clerk by 4:30 p.m. on November 15, 2018.
How: Application forms are available on durham.ca, or by contacting the Legislative...
Durham students learn about agricultural science and farming in Durham Region
Posted on Monday, October 01, 2018 09:00 AM
Whitby, Ontario – Last week, more than 300 Durham high school students attended the Durham Farm Connections agri-science education day, held at Clarington Central Secondary School.
The agriculture education program is designed to align with curriculum requirements for Grade 9 and 10 science, Grade 11 biology and environmental science, and Grade 12 biology. Students attended the program for one class period (75 minutes) and rotated through agriculture-themed stations covering topics such as:...
Drop off electronic waste, household hazardous waste and reusable items in Pickering on October 13
Posted on Monday, October 01, 2018 01:45 AM
Whitby, Ontario – The Regional Municipality of Durham, Works Department, in partnership with the City of Pickering, invites residents to drop off electronic waste, household hazardous waste, and reusable items—free of charge—at a special collection event.
When: Saturday, October 13, from 8 a.m. to noon (rain or shine)
Where: Pickering Recreation Complex, 1867 Valley Farm Road, Pickering
Why:
Electronic waste collection: To provide residents with a convenient, free drop-off service to recycle their...
Durham Region hosts the Hello Tomorrow: Durham Smart Cities Forum
Posted on Saturday, September 29, 2018 04:45 AM
Whitby, Ontario – Today, The Regional Municipality of Durham successfully hosted the Hello Tomorrow: Durham Smart Cities Forum at University of Ontario Institute of Technology (UOIT) in the City of Oshawa.
More than 300 residents, community partners, businesses, academics, students, government officials and tech industry leaders in Durham Region and beyond registered to attend the forum to share feedback on, and learn more about, smart cities approaches and technologies.
“This event is the...
Durham Region appoints Chief Administrative Officer
Posted on Friday, September 28, 2018 01:45 AM
Whitby, Ontario – Durham Region’s Chief Administrative Officer Selection Committee has confirmed the appointment of Elaine Baxter-Trahair to the position of Chief Administrative Officer (CAO) for The Regional Municipality of Durham, effective December 1, 2018.
“We are pleased to announce the appointment of Elaine Baxter-Trahair as Chief Administrative Officer,” said Gerri Lynn O’Connor, Regional Chair and Chief Executive Officer. “Elaine understands the importance of collaboration and partnership;...
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