We hope you enjoyed a safe and healthy Thanksgiving weekend!
October 13, 2020
We hope you had a safe Thanksgiving weekend! 🦃
Fight your Turkey hangover by chowing down on the latest edition of This Week in Durham Region
Together we remain #DurhamStrong in the fight against COVID-19
With the second wave of COVID-19 upon us, it’s everyone’s responsibility to help stop the spread. Follow all current best public health practices and provincial guidelines. Visit durham.ca/NovelCoronavirus for more information. Stay up to date on the COVID-19 situation in Durham by visiting durham.ca/COVIDCases.
Durham Region to host virtual 2021 Budget Town Hall
Join Durham Region’s Chief Administrative Officer, Commissioner of Finance and Treasurer and other members of our senior leadership team for a virtual Town Hall session on October 21 at 6:30 p.m. It will be an opportunity to learn more about the Region’s Business Plans and Budgets, gain an increased understanding of the Region’s programs and services and share input on priorities for 2021. Visit durham.ca/DurhamBudget for more information.
North Durham residents invited to give feedback on needed local support services
North Durham residents, we want to hear from you! Share your feedback on needed local support services at our virtual public information session on October 29, or by filling out an online survey. Services will be connected to the new Beaverton supportive housing project. Read the press release for information on how to register for the live event. Stay up to date on this project by visiting durham.ca/SupportiveHousing and subscribing to the page for updates.
Durham Region remains committed to addressing anti-Black racism
Regional Chair John Henry released a statement on behalf of #DurhamRegion, confirming our commitment to addressing anti-Black racism. Read the full statement for more information, and to view the Committee of the Whole report that outlines the steps the Region is taking to address anti-Black racism.
New support hub in Cannington for residents in need
The Region has teamed up with community partners to open a support hub for local tenants, homeless residents and those at risk of homelessness in north Durham. Services include income and employment support; counselling; service navigation; housing outreach and more. Read the press release for more information.
