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posted Tuesday, November 24, 2020
While major online shopping retailers continue to get bigger and busier, many locally-owned and operated retailers are struggling—a trend that is accelerating during the pandemic. The upcoming holiday shopping season will be critical for Durham’s small businesses, and that’s why the Region of Durham is pleased to announce the launch of a new multi-vendor e-commerce […]
posted Wednesday, November 18, 2020
Food sensitivities, or food intolerances are abnormal reactions to foods, these terms are often used interchangeably. However, food sensitivities are different from food intolerances, because they involve an activation of the immune system. When we are exposed to foods, the immune system can react by releasing proteins called antibodies. Foods that cause antibodies to be […]
posted Friday, November 13, 2020
Just in time for holiday shopping, the Shop Durham Region online marketplace is set to launch in November! Shop Durham Region will provide customers with a single platform where they can virtually explore and purchase products and services from participating businesses in Durham Region. Businesses are now being onboarded with many more expected to join […]
posted Friday, November 13, 2020
The following statement is being issued on behalf of John Henry, Regional Chair and Chief Executive Officer: “In recent weeks, we have seen an increase in the number of new COVID-19 cases in Durham Region. It’s a concerning trend; a reflection of the second wave that has been seen in many areas of Ontario. Today, […]
posted Tuesday, November 10, 2020
Invest Durham, in partnership with Dnext, is excited to announce the Dnext Podcast—a new podcast series that focuses on the economic impacts of COVID-19 and reimagining the future of Durham Region in today’s everchanging business environment. As the innovation and entrepreneur’s podcast for Durham, host Paul Koidis will be joined by key speakers from across […]
posted Thursday, November 5, 2020
Durham Region Transit (DRT) launched a new service plan, including a new On Demand service model, a month ago to meet existing and projected customer demand, from early morning to late night, seven days a week. Part of the Ridership Recovery Framework, with a goal of encouraging and increasing transit ridership, the first month of […]
posted Monday, November 2, 2020
Durham Region Health Department is reminding area seniors to connect with the Health Department to determine eligibility for the Ontario Seniors Dental Care Program (OSDCP) before going to a dentist. Individuals 65 and older can obtain an application online or contact the Health Department to have one mailed to them. Applications are approved by the […]
