Calling all Durham youth to become Water Warriors

Whitby, Ontario – The Regional Municipality of Durham is inviting young residents to take part in its annual Water Report Cover Drawing Challenge. Durham residents aged 18 and under are encouraged to become “Water Warriors” by creating artwork that shows how they help protect water in their everyday lives.

Participants are asked to draw or paint a picture showcasing actions that help conserve and protect water, such as saving water at home or school, protecting rivers, lakes and groundwater, and teaching others about why water is important. Two submissions will be selected as cover artwork for two upcoming Regional water reports!

Completed artwork must be submitted by Sunday, February 15 by email to WaterChallenge@durham.ca. Full challenge details and rules are available at durham.ca/WaterChallenge.

The Region of Durham’s Works Department treats and distributes safe drinking water across our region. Protecting the surface water and groundwater that supply Durham’s municipal drinking water systems is essential to ensuring a sustainable and reliable water system for current and future generations. Learn more about how the Region safeguards its water resources at durham.ca/Water. 

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“Water protection starts with everyday actions, and this challenge empowers young residents in Durham to think creatively about how they can make a difference. By engaging our youth as Water Warriors, we’re helping build awareness and stewardship that will benefit our community for years to come.”

- Mike Hubble, Director of Environmental Services, The Regional Municipality of Durham