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Supporting Agriculture in North Durham
Posted on Friday, February 21, 2025 03:00 PM
Thank you to agriculture businesses and community members who provided feedback on Durham Region’s study to update policies for agriculture-related and on-farm diversified uses in the townships of Brock, Scugog and Uxbridge.
The agriculture sector is an important component of the local economy—providing food, products, a livelihood and jobs for farmers and their employees. It also helps to support rural businesses that provide products and services, contributing to the agricultural system.
The...
Tariff Response - Invest Durham
Posted on Friday, February 07, 2025 03:30 PM
The threat of U.S. Tariffs is already having impacts. If 25% tariffs are applied in four weeks, with Canadian retaliatory tariffs, it will cause broad impacts on jobs and the local economy.
Durham Region, with the Cities, Towns, and Townships as well as the Chambers of Commerce and Boards of Trade have combined forces to create a plan to support the impacted businesses and residents of Durham.
The Durham Economic Task Force (DETF) is here to help.
Here’s what we’re working on:
- Economic Development...
Regional Chair and Mayors affirm support of local businesses in response to Canadian export tariffs
Posted on Monday, February 03, 2025 03:34 PM
Whitby, Ontario – The following joint statement is being issued on behalf of the Durham Regional Chair and the Mayors from all eight local area municipalities of Pickering, Ajax, Whitby, Oshawa, Clarington, Brock, Scugog and Uxbridge:
“On Saturday, February 1, the United States government announced it will impose a 25 per cent import tariff on most Canadian goods and a 10 per cent import tariff on energy beginning Tuesday, February 4. We are extremely disappointed with this decision. These...
Discover your next role with the Film and Television Industry Career Fair
Posted on Wednesday, January 15, 2025 01:32 PM
Whitby, Ontario – Interested in a career in the film and television (TV) industry but aren’t sure where to start? Bring your dreams to the screen by registering for the Durham Region Film Commission’s (Film Durham) Film and Television Industry Career Fair.
What: This free event is open to high school and post-secondary students, and adults who are considering a new career. Connect with industry professionals and gain firsthand knowledge of the film and TV industry in Durham Region. Participate in...
Speed limit reduction and community safety zone in Beaverton
Posted on Thursday, December 19, 2024 12:51 PM
Whitby, Ontario – In support of Durham Vision Zero, the Regional Municipality of Durham, in collaboration with the Township of Brock, will be installing 40 kilometres/hour (km/h) posted speed limits and a new community safety zone in Beaverton.
Where: The 40 km/h speed limit signs will be installed on Simcoe Street (Regional Road 15), from Mara Road (Regional Road 23) to John Street, and on Osborne Street/Mara Road (Regional Road 23) from Bay Street to 165 metres north of King Street West, in...