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Region committed to addressing anti-Black racism

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:

“On behalf of the Region of Durham we are committed to addressing anti-Black racism in our community.

Your voice is important, because Black lives matter. We need to address social injustice. We need to stand for equality. We need to ensure a better tomorrow for residents who call Durham Region home. That’s why we are united, with our...

Field Hockey Ontario’s annual U18 provincial tournament scheduled to come to Ajax in 2021

Whitby, Ontario – Sport Durham, in partnership with the Town of Ajax and Field Hockey Ontario, are proud to announce the annual U18 May Meltdown tournament is scheduled to come to the Monarch Fields at Ajax Community Centre from May 28 to 30, 2021. The event is tentatively scheduled due to sport tourism impacts as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic.

The event hopes to welcome up to 400 athletes and their families—boosting the local economy through visitor spending on accommodations, restaurants and...

Durham Environmental Advisory Committee seeking high school and post-secondary student members

Whitby, Ontario – The Region of Durham is seeking two high school students and one post-secondary student, residing in Durham Region, to serve as members of the Durham Environmental Advisory Committee (DEAC).

When: Interested students are asked to submit a letter of interest, outlining their knowledge of environmental issues and how they feel they can contribute to the committee by Monday, November 30, 2020.

Where: Submissions should be sent by email to deac@durham.ca.

Why: DEAC is a volunteer advisory...

Durham Region to host Waste Plan Virtual Town Hall

Whitby, Ontario – Residents are invited to join Durham Region’s Director of Waste Management Services and other members of our Waste Management leadership team for an hour-long virtual Town Hall session on November 5.

Community members will have an opportunity to learn more about the Region’s 2021 to 2040 Long-term Waste Management Plan (Waste Plan) and to provide their input to help develop the framework for the plan.

When: Thursday, November 5 from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m.

Where: The town hall will begin...

Lane restrictions on Regional Highway 2 in Courtice

Whitby, Ontario – The Regional Municipality of Durham is advising residents of lane restrictions on Regional Highway 2 from Trulls Road to 300 metres east of Trulls Road in the Community of Courtice in the Municipality of Clarington.

When: November 2 to December 22. Unfavourable weather conditions may influence the work schedule.

Where: Regional Highway 2 from Trulls Road to 300 metres east of Trulls Road in Courtice.

Why: Construction of a watermain, median and entrance to support new development.

Note:...