Press Releases

Emergency Preparedness Week is May 4 to 10 – Ask yourself: How prepared are you?

Whitby, Ontario – This Emergency Preparedness Week (May 4 to 10), Durham Region is reminding you that emergencies can happen at any time—but a little planning can make a big difference. Emergency Preparedness Week is an opportunity for residents to take small, manageable steps now, so they’re ready when it counts.

Throughout the week, the Region will be sharing practical tips and reminders to help households across Durham build resilience—whether it’s updating an emergency kit, backing up...

Rabies Awareness Month provides a reminder to avoid contact with wildlife

All animal bites, scratches must be reported to Health Department

Whitby, Ontario – May is Rabies Awareness Month, and Durham Region Health Department is reminding area residents to avoid contact with wildlife, as rabies is commonly associated with bats, foxes, skunks and raccoons. Infected animals can transmit the rabies virus to humans through bites, scratches, or saliva. Although rabies is a preventable disease, it is almost always fatal for humans and most animals once infection occurs. In...

Notice of Passing By-Law to Designate

Notice of Passing By-Law to Designate

The following property to be of Cultural Heritage Value and Interest Pursuant to the Provisions of the Ontario Heritage Act (R.S.O. 1990, Chapter 0.18)

Take Notice that the Council of The Corporation of the Township of Uxbridge has passed By-law 2025-022 under Section 29 of the Ontario Heritage Act, R.S.O. 1990, Chapter 0.18, designating the following lands to be of cultural heritage value and interest:

14800 Regional Road 1 (Firstly: Part Lot 34 Concession 6 Scott...

Township of Uxbridge Bans All Open-Air Fires

Effective immediately, the Township of Uxbridge has imposed a fire ban on all open-air burning.

Due to forecasted weather, the Uxbridge Fire Department has placed a fire ban on the Township of Uxbridge. Open flames at this time risk causing serious damage to property and environment.

Open air burning includes the use of burn barrels, outdoor fireplaces, and cooking fires, as well as fires in pits. Portable outdoor fire appliances are not approved for use in Uxbridge at any time. Residents may...

Township of Uxbridge to Retain King Street Parkette for Community Use

The Township of Uxbridge is pleased to announce that Council has approved the retention of the King Street Parkette as a public greenspace. This decision was guided by a combination of strong community advocacy for the preservation of the land and challenges related to servicing allocations, which impacted the potential sale value of the property.

Council has approved a plan to transform the parkette into a sustainable and inviting green space. The greenspace will continue to feature outdoor...