Public Service Announcements

Whitby, Ontario – Eligible residents can receive money for their child’s education after high school through the Canada Learning Bond. In recognition of Education Savings Week, the Region of Durham, in partnership with the City of Oshawa, is hosting a special event where residents can meet with financial institutions and sign up for this benefit.
When: November 21 from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Where: South Oshawa Community Centre, 1455 Cedar Street, Oshawa
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Whitby, Ontario – Members of the public are invited to attend holiday sales at three of the Region’s long-term care homes—Hillsdale Estates, Hillsdale Terraces and Lakeview Manor. Proceeds from these events will benefit resident programs.
When and Where:
Hillsdale Estates
Friday, November 23
10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
590 Oshawa Blvd. N., Oshawa
Hillsdale Terraces
Saturday, December 1
9 a.m. to 1 p.m.
600 Oshawa Blvd. N.,...
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Expressions of interest are now being accepted from individuals who wish to be considered for volunteer membership on the Durham Environmental Advisory Committee (DEAC).
DEAC is a volunteer advisory committee that provides advice to The Regional Municipality of Durham on environmental planning matters and is involved in environmental awareness and outreach activities. DEAC is composed of 17 members, including: 13 citizen members; one post-secondary student member; two youth...
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Expressions of interest are now being accepted from individuals who wish to be considered for volunteer membership on the Durham Agricultural Advisory Committee (DAAC). The Region’s aim is to have a diverse membership engaged in varied disciplines of the agricultural industry, and community representation with knowledge of agricultural and related rural issues.
DAAC is a volunteer advisory committee that provides advice to The Regional Municipality of Durham on agricultural...
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Whitby, Ontario – With the upcoming time change and local fire departments’ promotion of changing batteries in smoke alarms, the Region of Durham is reminding residents to save their used or unwanted batteries for recycling during the next curbside battery collection .
When:  Battery collection occurs the week of November 5 on Blue Box collection days.
Where: Households across Durham Region who currently receive curbside collection services.
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