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Celebrate local agriculture at the Durham Farm Connections Open House

Whitby, Ontario – Residents are invited to attend the Durham Farm Connections Open House, an interactive way to learn about agriculture in Durham Region.

When: Wednesday, April 5 from 4:30 to 8:30 p.m.

Where: Luther Vipond Memorial Arena, 67 Winchester Rd., Brooklin

Why: The Durham Farm Connections Open House provides attendees with an opportunity to learn about agriculture through various stations, including meeting with local farmers and their livestock; as well as...

Durham Region to participate in Earth Hour March 25

Whitby, Ontario – The Regional Municipality of Durham will participate in Earth Hour, on Saturday, March 25 from 8:30 to 9:30 p.m., by reducing lighting at several of its facilities. Local businesses and residents are encouraged to join the Region in promoting energy efficiency during this time and throughout the year.

“Let’s go dark for the good of the environment! In celebration of Earth Hour, I encourage Durham residents and businesses to join us in reducing lighting. All non-essential lighting...

Region of Durham reminds residents to be prepared for emergencies this spring

Whitby, Ontario – The Durham Emergency Management Office (DEMO) reminds residents to be prepared for emergency situations this spring, such as the potential for flooding caused by melting snow or heavy rains—which can result in hazardous driving conditions, issues in and around your home, and increased water levels in local bodies of water. Please contact your local conservation authority for information on flood forecasting and warnings.

When: Emergencies can happen at any time, so it’s...

Update #3: Boilers restart at Durham York Energy Centre

Whitby, Ontario – The Regional Municipality of Durham is advising residents that Covanta, the operator of the Durham York Energy Centre (DYEC), has restarted boiler #2 after taking it off-line for annual maintenance which was advanced to repair a damaged water tube within the boiler. Boiler #1 was restarted after completing the annual scheduled maintenance.

"I’m pleased to report the facility operator, Covanta, has completed the maintenance and repair work to the boilers," said Susan Siopis,...

Celebrate Canada Water Week!

Whitby, Ontario – The Regional Municipality of Durham, Works Department is excited to celebrate our local waters during Canada Water Week (March 20 to 27) and on World Water Day (March 22). In recognition of Canada Water Week, Durham Region has proclaimed March 20 to 27 as Water Week to remind residents about the value of water.

“Durham Region is home to some of the best tap water in the world,” says John Presta, Director of Environmental Services. “Canada Water Week and World Water Day provide...