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Ontario Celebrates Seniors Month

Region of Durham celebrates Pride Month

The following statement is being issued on behalf of John Henry, Regional Chair and Chief Executive Officer for The Regional Municipality of Durham:

“Tomorrow (June 1) marks the beginning of Pride season in Canada. Here in Durham Region, we are proud to recognize Pride Month; to champion equity and celebrate the ongoing and positive contributions of Two-Spirit, lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer and intersex (2SLGBTQI+) communities.

Safe and inclusive communities are built on respect....

Repair Work Begins on Train Station Roof

Repairs to the Train Station roof are set to commence the week of June 3rd to repair shingle damage from the 2022 Tornado. The repairs will take approximately 5-6 business days to complete, weather depending.

Please be advised, several parking spots along Railway Street may be blocked to accommodate construction equipment and materials.

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...