Economic Development News

Durham Region to move into Stage 3 of provincial recovery plan

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:

“Today, the Province of Ontario announced that Durham Region is moving into Phase 3 of the provincial reopening plan, effective this Friday, July 24. This means our economy will fully open; offering access to a wide variety of services via a ‘new normal.’

In Stage 3, residents can dine in at their favourite restaurants; catch a...

Non-medical masks and face coverings mandatory while in indoor places accessible to the public

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:

“Today, Dr. Robert Kyle, Durham Region Medical Officer of Health, issued instructions to ensure the mandatory use of non-medical masks or face coverings within most public and enclosed indoor spaces, effective July 10.

This means that non-medical masks or face coverings are mandatory for all community members, with the exception...

Durham Region showcases its innovation community at Collision conference

Whitby, Ontario – Durham Region is showing businesses and investors why the eastern edge of the Greater Toronto Area is known for its innovation, STEM talent and creativity at the Collision from Home technology conference this week.

Located just east of Toronto, Durham Region’s rich history of innovation stretches back to when Robert McLaughlin started his journey to transform human mobility by founding McLaughlin Carriage (later General Motors of Canada). As Durham grew, so too has...

Durham Region to move into Phase 2 of provincial recovery plan

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:

“Beginning on Friday, June 19, Durham Region will officially move into Phase 2 of the provincial reopening plan. This means that certain establishments can once again open for business, including restaurants, bars, hair salons, malls and more.

This step is a direct result of the dedication of our residents; working together to...

Region joins ShopHERE; offers no-cost option for businesses to create digital presence

Whitby, Ontario – Durham Region is making it easier for small businesses to move their operations online after joining ShopHERE—a no-cost service that helps to build a digital platform.

What: ShopHERE provides independent businesses and artists an opportunity to develop an online store, free of charge, with specific branding, messaging, digital marketing, shipping and inventory management.

Initiated by Digital Main Street and the City of Toronto, this service is provided in collaboration...