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Durham’s home retrofit program pays off for residents
Posted on Thursday, March 09, 2023 01:49 PM
Whitby, Ontario – Earlier today, representatives from the Durham Greener Homes Program participated in the Net Zero Renovation Bootcamp, funded by Natural Resources Canada, and hosted by the Canadian Home Builders’ Association. The bootcamp was held to build capacity for all professionals involved in energy efficiency renovations – from design to permitting, through procurement and construction trades. Building industry capacity to deliver net zero renovations is a critical element of achieving...
Tax filing help is available for residents living with low income in Durham Region
Posted on Thursday, March 09, 2023 01:36 PM
Whitby, Ontario – Residents living with low or no income can access benefits through tax filing, which is why free help is available online and in-person to eligible residents across Durham Region.
Where: For free tax clinic locations and information, visit durham.ca/FileYourTaxes.
What: Residents with a low income and simple tax situation can receive help with filing their income tax for free, year-round. Free tax clinics – including in-person, drop-off and virtual formats – are available across...
Durham Region and community partners host International Women’s Day Celebration
Posted on Wednesday, February 22, 2023 09:59 AM
Whitby, Ontario – March 7 is the exciting International Women’s Day celebration in Durham Region. The Region’s International Women’s Day Committee is hosting a free in person event that will celebrate the achievements of women in the community. This year’s theme is Radical Restructuring: Empowering Women for Tomorrow.
What: Attendees will hear from keynote speaker, Paulette Senior, CEO of the Canadian Women’s Foundation, engage in a panel discussion with empowered, inspirational women, explore a...
Share your thoughts about additional sanitary sewage capacity for Cannington and Sunderland
Posted on Thursday, February 16, 2023 09:17 AM
The Regional Municipality of Durham is holding a virtual Public Information Centre (PIC) until March 31 to provide an update on the Class Environmental Assessment (EA) and get resident input on additional sanitary sewage capacity for the communities of Cannington and Sunderland in the Township of Brock.
The PIC consists of two pre-recorded presentations for each community—Cannington and Sunderland. The presentations include:
- Information about the project.
- Results of the activities completed to...
Showcase your products and services to the Region and local municipalities
Posted on Thursday, February 16, 2023 08:52 AM
Whitby, Ontario – The Region of Durham, in collaboration with local area municipalities, is calling on businesses interested in working with the municipal sector to showcase their products or services at this year’s virtual Business Showcase on March 27, 28 and 30.
Upon registration, businesses will be grouped into one of the following key product/service themes. Each theme supports Regional and municipal program and service areas to provide innovative solutions for:
- General Business Services