This Week in Durham Stories

Helping the environment on Earth Day and every day

Earth Day

Each year, on April 22, we celebrate Earth Day to raise awareness of environmental issues and encourage individuals to reduce their ecological footprint. Earth Day is the world’s largest environmental movement and reminds us that every action counts when it comes to protecting our planet.

All year around, Durham Region holds various events to reduce our carbon footprint and help our residents be more environmentally aware.

Make your home more energy efficient

On May 2, Durham Region is...

Get to know the Durham Local Immigration Partnership

Whether you are a newcomer or long-time resident, the Durham Local Immigration Partnership (Durham LIP) and its Community and Inclusion Plan, entitled We All Belong Here, are, help ensure that Durham Region is a place where everyone is welcome.

Created in 2009, and funded by Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada, Durham LIP connects more than 100 local service providers, schools and businesses. Local Immigration Partnerships like the Durham LIP exist across Canada to help communities come...

Housing that builds community

Durham is a great place to live, and every day more people are choosing to make it their home. But with that growth, comes real pressure on housing. Many residents are feeling it through rising rents, long waitlists and fewer affordable options.

You might remember us by a longer name—Durham Region Local Housing Corporation—but the new one is simple and intentional. Housing Durham reflects exactly what we do: help people find appropriate, affordable places to live in communities where they feel...

Gear up, Durham and protect what matters

On any given day across Durham Region, more people are cycling, e-biking and using e‑scooters to get around. It’s a great shift. But it also comes with an important reminder. Wearing a helmet is one of the easiest ways to prevent a serious injury.

“We want everyone to enjoy our roads and trails,” says Amanda Spencer, Senior Project Manager of Traffic Safety for the Region of Durham. “But we also want people to get around safely. Putting on a helmet is a small step that makes a big difference.”

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Pathways to purpose: Early Learning and Child Care Showcase and Job Fair

Early Childhood Educators (ECEs) play a vital role in shaping the lives of young children and supporting families during some of the most important years of their child’s development. Through child-centred, play-based learning, ECEs help children build the social, emotional and cognitive skills they need to grow and thrive. ECEs foster strong relationships with children, families and communities, and create safe, inclusive and engaging learning environments where every child feels valued.