This Week in Durham Stories

Turning information into impact at the Home Energy and Electric Vehicle Expo

It was a great turn out at Durham Region’s Home Energy and Electric Vehicle (EV) Expo (the Expo), with more than 200 attendees and residents coming together for this free event at Regional Headquarters in Whitby, alongside organizers, vendors and community partners.

Bringing together community organizations

With more than 20 vendors taking part, the event showed the strong community support for energy-efficiency, energy security and sustainability in Durham Region.

From contractors to home energy...

Fun for the whole family at our National Public Works Week event

Residents of all ages are invited to our free National Public Works Week (NPWW) event on Saturday, May 23 at the Oshawa/Whitby Depot at 825 Conlin Road in Whitby. Drop by between 10 a.m. and 2 p.m. for a guided tour of the depot, information booths, Touch-a-Truck, a chance to try a simulator, face painting and an ice cream truck!

NPWW is an annual celebration of the incredible work our public works staff do every single day to keep our communities throughout Durham Region running smoothly.

Getting ready to vote in the 2026 municipal election

On Monday, October 26, Durham Region residents will head to the polls to help decide who will lead their municipality and represent local priorities for the next four years. Taking part starts with one simple but important step: making sure you’re registered to vote.

What is a municipal election?

Municipal elections are held every four years, on the fourth Monday of October. Voting ballots will look a little different this year. The Province of Ontario has passed legislation making the selection...

Your Durham gets a fresh look to make sharing your ideas even easier

Whether it’s an infrastructure project, a service improvement, or a plan that impacts communities across the region, your opinion matters. That’s why the Region of Durham is excited to share that Your Durham, our online community engagement site, has a refreshed look designed to make participating easier, clearer, and more accessible for residents. 

What’s new and what’s staying the same  

Behind the scenes, Your Durham has moved to a new digital engagement platform called Social Point. While the...

Grow a greener Durham Region with LEAF

Together, with the LEAF (Local Enhancement & Appreciation of Forests) planting programs, we are improving our communities, one tree at a time.

Making neighbourhoods healthier

Since 2020, Durham’s partnership with LEAF has supported healthier, greener local communities by making tree planting more accessible for residents and property owners. By offering tree planting support and practical advice, LEAF helps neighbours come together to take simple actions that strengthen their streets, support...