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Whitby, Ontario – Durham Region residents are invited to celebrate the Region’s 50th anniversary by attending our free, in-person family fun events on Saturday, June 15.
When: Saturday, June 15, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. (rain or shine).
Where: Doors Open will be taking place at the following Regional sites:
- Duffin Creek Water Pollution Control Plant
901 McKay Road, Pickering
Activities include a tour of this award-winning plant and information booths. Pre-registration is required for the tour and entry. Sign up on EventBrite here.
- Durham York Energy Centre
1835 Energy Drive, Courtice
Activities include a waste collection truck on display, information booths, children's activities and the opportunity to tour the facility. Registration is required for the tour portion only. Sign up for the tour on EventBrite here.
- Regional Headquarters
605 Rossland Road East, Whitby
Activities include an ice-cream truck and food vendors; face painting and temporary tattoo stations; a photo booth and children’s activities. There will also be a truck and equipment display on-site and tours of Regional Council Chambers.
- Scugog Depot
10 Goodwood Road, Port Perry
Activities include a public works truck and equipment display and a vehicle simulator. No pre-registration is required.
Durham Regional Police Services (DRPS) celebrates 50 years alongside the Region this year and welcomes residents to join them at Iroquois Park Sports Centre (500 Victoria Street West, Whitby) on June 15, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. for interactive displays and to learn more about the services they provide to our communities.
Why: The Doors Open event is part of the Region of Durham’s 50th anniversary celebrations and will provide residents with fun opportunities to learn about some of the many services the Region provides.
To learn more about Doors Open and to register for tours, visit durham.ca/DoorsOpen.
For more information on the Region’s 50th anniversary celebrations visit durham.ca/50years.