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Durham Region celebrates National AccessAbility Week
Posted on Friday, May 26, 2023 10:18 AM
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:
“National AccessAbility Week is May 28 to June 3. This week is an opportunity to celebrate the individuals, organizations and communities working to remove barriers; helping to build a more accessible and inclusive future for all.
Durham Region is committed to creating welcoming communities that work toward creating equal...
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Celebrate Bike Month in Durham!
Posted on Thursday, May 25, 2023 11:03 AM
Whitby, Ontario – The Region of Durham, in partnership with area municipalities and community partners, invites residents to celebrate Bike Month by taking part in a series of fun and educational cycling activities throughout the region. From June 1 to 30, residents are encouraged to explore Durham’s unique landscapes and scenic trails while practising safe cycling.
Where: Visit durham.ca/BikeMonth to register for a series of local activities including the Bike Month Pledge, Region-wide Cycling...
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Health Department celebrates World No Tobacco Day, May 31
Posted on Thursday, May 25, 2023 10:23 AM
Whitby, Ontario - World No Tobacco Day is on May 31, and Durham Region Health Department is reminding everyone that it’s never too late to quit smoking—a habit that not only negatively impacts your personal health, but also has a global environmental impact.
The World Health Organization indicates that approximately 3.5 million hectares of land are converted for tobacco growing globally each year. This interferes with attempts to substitute tobacco growing with sustainable crops, contributing to...
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Statement from Regional Chair on strong partnerships among Durham and the eight local municipalities
Posted on Friday, May 19, 2023 08:51 AM
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:
“Despite the recent provincial announcement about changes to the structure of the Region of Peel, there have been no concerns raised about the size or structure of The Regional Municipality of Durham.
Our Region, and the eight local municipalities, have a productive and strong track record of working together to serve our residents....
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May 2023 is National Lyme Disease Awareness Month
Posted on Thursday, May 18, 2023 04:17 PM
Whitby, Ontario - May is National Lyme Disease Awareness Month and Durham Region Health Department is reminding everyone to take precautions against ticks when spending time outdoors.
Blacklegged ticks are prevalent in Durham, especially in forested and grassy areas. It’s important to take precautions to avoid tick bites, as some ticks may carry the Borrelia burgdorferi bacteria, which can cause Lyme disease in humans and animals. Reports of tick bites and Lyme disease infections in Ontario have...