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For your health, less alcohol is better: Canada’s Guidance on Alcohol and Health released
Posted on Wednesday, January 25, 2023 12:49 PM
Whitby, Ontario - The Canadian Centre on Substance Use and Addiction (CCSA) has released Canada's Guidance on Alcohol and Health. This guidance provides Canadians with the latest evidence-based advice on alcohol to support them in making informed decisions about its use and reduce the risk of alcohol-related harms. The new guidance indicates that all levels of alcohol consumption are associated with some risk, so drinking less is better.
CCSA analyzed recent evidence on illness, cancer risk,...
Durham Region recognizes Lunar New Year
Posted on Friday, January 20, 2023 10:11 AM
The following statement is being issued on behalf of John Henry, Regional Chair and Chief Executive Officer for The Regional Municipality of Durham:
“This year, Lunar New Year, also known as Spring Festival, begins on January 22 and culminates with the Lantern Festival. Lunar New Year is celebrated by many Chinese and Asian communities all over the world, and right here in Durham Region.
2023 is the Year of the Rabbit and is a symbol of longevity, peace and prosperity in Chinese culture. This year...
Roundabouts maximize safety in Durham Region
Posted on Tuesday, January 17, 2023 10:36 AM
Region of Durham News
1/17/2023 10:06:07 AM
Whitby, Ontario – The Regional Municipality of Durham has installed roundabouts across the region as part of the Durham Vision Zero Strategic Road Safety Action Plan. Roundabouts are designed to maximize safety and minimize delay, while reducing emissions and fuel consumption.
Where: Roundabouts are installed at intersections at various locations across the region in place of traffic control signals. Locations are selected based on a...
Regional Chair statement on the passing of the Honourable David Onley
Posted on Monday, January 16, 2023 03:36 PM
Region of Durham News
1/16/2023 3:15:22 PM
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 and our residents, I’d like to offer my deepest condolences on the passing of Ontario’s 28th Lieutenant Governor, the Honourable David Onley. Our thoughts are with his family during this difficult time.
Mr. Onley was a strong advocate for...
Announcing 311: An easier way to connect with Durham Region
Posted on Monday, January 16, 2023 02:35 PM
Region of Durham News
1/16/2023 1:38:16 PM
Customers can now connect with Durham Region by calling 311 for convenient access to information about Regional services like waste and recycling, water and sewer, and more.
Regional information is available by calling 311 within the geographical borders of Durham Region. If you are outside those borders, you can access information by calling one local number, 905-668-7711, or toll-free at 1-800-372-1102.
With 311, you don’t need to...