Press Releases

Uxbridge Senior of the Year Announced

The Township of Uxbridge is pleased to announce that Sandra Will has been selected to be Senior of the Year.  Mrs. Will received an Ontario Senior of the Year Award on June 4th in recognition of her outstanding contributions to our community.

Sandra has volunteered with the Hospital Auxiliary for 40 years, holding multiple volunteer positions within the Auxiliary including as President, Past President, Secretary of the Executive and former newsletter editor. Sandra is presently working at the...

Ontario Celebrates Seniors Month

Region of Durham Commits $2.75 Million Toward Affordable Housing in Uxbridge

The Townships of Uxbridge is very pleased to announce that the Region of Durham has committed $2.75 million in funding through the At Home Incentive Program to support Kindred Works in developing 25 affordable units in Uxbridge.

Kindred Works plans to build 105 rental homes, with 25 of the units being affordable rental housing within the two six-storey buildings located at 15-23 Main Street North, Uxbridge. This redevelopment will take place at the Trinity United Church site. For this...

Region of Durham recognizes National Indigenous History Month

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 Indigenous History Month (June) is a time to recognize the rich and diverse history of Indigenous Peoples; focusing on the continued stewardship of the lands and waters we reside on.

It is a time for all Canadians to renew relationships with First Nations, Inuit, and Métis Peoples based on the recognition of rights, respect...

Uxbridge Firefighter Memorial Statue and Garden Set to Unveil Oct. 5th, 2024

Thanks to the generous donations of the community coupled with the participation of the Government of Canada and the fundraising efforts of local firefighters, the Firefighter’s Association,  in partnership with the Uxbridge Fire Department, the Township of Uxbridge and the Uxbridge Scott Historical Society, has achieved their fundraising goal for the Firefighter Memorial and Garden! Planning for construction has begun at the Uxbridge Fire Hall and next steps include preparing the site and...