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Durham Region asks residents to consider how to overcome ageism with Beauty of Experience campaign
Posted on Wednesday, June 01, 2022 04:22 PM
Whitby, Ontario – In honour of Seniors Month, this June the Region of Durham in partnership with the Durham Council on Aging has launched a campaign designed to spark awareness of ageism across the lifespan. This is an extension of the Beauty of Experience Campaign from December 2020 and celebrates the amazing contributions that residents of all ages make.
Through volunteering, working, supporting friends and family, sharing words of wisdom and more, we all help to make our communities great. However,...
Durham Region recognizes National Indigenous History Month
Posted on Wednesday, June 01, 2022 04:03 PM
Whitby, Ontario – The following statement is being issued on behalf of John Henry, Regional Chair and Chief Executive Officer for The Regional Municipality of Durham:
“June is National Indigenous History Month. It encourages us to take time to learn and honour the history, ancestral traditions, and diversity of First Nation, Inuit and Métis people. We encourage everyone to reflect on the relationships—both past and present— between settler and Indigenous communities. To move forward with the ongoing...
Chair Henry proclaims June as Seniors Month in Durham Region
Posted on Wednesday, June 01, 2022 11:49 AM
Whitby, Ontario – The following statement is being issued on behalf of John Henry, Regional Chair and Chief Executive Officer for The Regional Municipality of Durham:
“In honour of Seniors Month, I would like to celebrate the beauty of experience and the amazing contributions that seniors make in Durham Region.
Through volunteering, working, supporting friends and family, sharing words of wisdom and more, seniors help to make our communities great!
Durham Region is proud to offer vibrant, diverse...
Drop off items for reuse, recycling and safe disposal at Durham’s Environment Days
Posted on Monday, May 30, 2022 03:49 PM
Whitby, Ontario – The Regional Municipality of Durham, in partnership with the area municipalities, is inviting residents to attend one of the upcoming Environment Days to donate items for reuse, recycling and safe disposal.
The two events run from 8 a.m. until noon (rain or shine). The first event on Saturday, June 4, will be hosted at the Foster Hewitt Memorial Community Centre (176 Main Street) in the Township of Brock’s community of Beaverton. The second event on Saturday, June 18, will be at...
Lane restrictions on Farewell Street in Oshawa
Posted on Monday, May 30, 2022 10:24 AM
Whitby, Ontario – The Regional Municipality of Durham is advising residents of lane restrictions on Farewell Street (Regional Road 56) in the City of Oshawa.
When: June 6 to 10. Unfavourable weather conditions may influence the work schedule.
Where: Farewell Street from Harbour Road to 200 metres north of Harbour Road in Oshawa.
Why: To safely install water service to support new development.
Note: The Region realizes that the construction work will be disruptive and will make every effort to complete...
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