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Winter fun awaits in the Municipality of Clarington

posted Wednesday, February 15, 2023

by: in Community

There’s so much to do this winter in the Municipality of Clarington from outdoor fun on the slopes or trails, to indoor activities for the kids. Read for a list of activities and highlights to keep you busy this winter. Hit the slopes at Brimacombefor fun and affordable skiing and snowboarding for “kids” of all […]

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Theatre on the Ridge brings two unique stories to the stage for Black History Month

posted Friday, February 10, 2023

by: in Community

This February, Theatre on the Ridge in Port Perry recognizes Black History Month with two unique theatre events. The Story of Samuel Stout Next Stage (February 10 and 11) In the Story of Samuel Stout Next Stage, the journey toward a full production of this compelling new play by Uju Umenyi continues. Audiences will remember […]

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Oshawa Community Awards Now Accepting Nominations for Noteworthy Individuals, Collectives, and Organizations

posted Wednesday, February 8, 2023

by: in Community

The City of Oshawa is calling for nominations of individuals, collectives and organizations who have made a positive contribution in the community for the following awards: Community Legend Award recognizes a person of any age or an organization/group who has made a significant contribution to an activity, sport or community initiative as a volunteer, contributed […]

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Region of Durham Business Showcase Program – Pitch Your Product or Service

posted Tuesday, February 7, 2023

by: in Community

Do you have a product or service that can be used by the municipal sector? Here’s your chance to pitch your business to the Region! Since 2021, the Region of Durham has hosted the Business Showcase Event, giving businesses the opportunity to share innovative products and services with municipal staff from both the Region of […]

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Art & Culture in the Hall, Call Out for Vendors, Artists, Musicians, February Happenings in Oshawa

posted Monday, February 6, 2023

by: in Community

There’ a new Art & Culture in the Hall exhibit now on display in Oshawa’s City Hall, outside Council Chambers. See a “Whimsical Look at Our History”, presented by the Oshawa Museum, featuring artwork by Eric Sangwine from their archival collection. Pieces created by Eric can be found in the collections of the University of […]

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Durham Region partners with AccessNow to become a leader in accessibility mapping

posted Monday, January 30, 2023

by: in Community

Leading up to the Durham Region 2023 Ontario Parasport Games (February 3 to 5), Durham Region has partnered with AccessNow to become a leader in accessibility mapping to increase inclusion confidence for residents and visitors.  The Durham Region 2023 Ontario Parasport Games, which run from February 3 to 5, are being hosted at nine venues across the […]

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Durham Black History Month event: Creating Community – Feb 2, 2023 (Ajax)

posted Saturday, January 28, 2023

by: in Community

The Whitby Chamber of Commerce is proud to host its third Black History Month event on February 2 at the at Ajax Convention Centre (550 Beck Crescent, Ajax). Creating Community is a half-day event that will feature tremendous speakers, panels and networking opportunities. Creating Community is an opportunity to acknowledge the achievements and contributions of Black community […]

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Ontario Providing Funding Support to Durham Region Public Health

posted Wednesday, January 25, 2023

by: in Community

The Ontario Government is providing $2,640,800 for the 2022 – 2023 funding year to the Region of Durham’s Public Health Unit to help them deliver safe and reliable public health services to hard working families. The funding is a part of the Ontario Government’s larger initiative to support extraordinary costs related to the COVID-19 Pandemic. […]

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311: An easier way to connect and access information within Durham Region

posted Monday, January 23, 2023

by: in Community

Customers can now connect with Durham Region by calling 311 for convenient access to information about Regional services like waste and recycling, water and sewer, and more. Regional information is available within the geographical borders of Durham Region. If you are outside those borders, you can access information by calling one local number, 905-668-7711, or […]

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Two new natural outdoor skating rinks to open in Oshawa

posted Monday, January 23, 2023

by: in Community

Oshawa is set to get two natural outdoor ice rinks this winter. For the 2023 season, the city plans one outdoor rink at Delpark Homes Centre, 1661 Harmony Rd. N. and one at Stone Street Park, 1535 Cedar St. The City of Oshawa piloted natural, outdoor ice rinks for the first time in 2022, with two 50-by-100-foot rinks constructed […]

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