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April 12, 2006 Easter food precautions
Jan 24, 2006 Chinese New Year
January 16, 2006 Equalization Tanks
August 21, 2006 York Region joins Transportation Tomorrow Survey to keep on top of trends in residents’ travel patterns
June 23, 2006 Southeast Collector Trunk Sewer Individual Environmental Assessment Public Information Forums
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April 12, 2006 Smoke Free Act
July 17, 2006 York Region downgrades Kleinburg Water Ban to Stage 1 Advisory
December 15, 2006 York Regional Committee members for 2006, 2010 term
December 21, 2006 The Regional Municipality of York invests more than $1.5 million in community service projects for vulnerable residents
December, 22, 2006 Paramedics become Santa’s helpers on Christmas Eve
December 21, 2006 York Region asks residents to reduce, reuse and recycle holiday waste
December 20, 2006 YRT to introduce new fares effective January 2007
December 20, 2006 YRT Viva to offer complimentary transit on New Years Eve
December 13, 2006 YRT, Viva to offer complimentary transit on New Year’s Eve
December 15, 2006 York Region employees raise over 120,000 for United Way
December 12, 2006 YRT to introduce new fares effective January 2007
December 12, 2006 Santa's sleigh
December 12, 2006 Holiday Food Safety tips
December 8, 2006 York Region Chief Administrative Officer Michael Garrett announces plans to retire early 2007
December 7, 2006 York Regional Council Inaugural Meeting and election of Regional Chair and CEO
December 7, 2006 Members of York Regional Council for the term 2006, 2010
December 7, 2006 Inaugural Speeches from Regional Chair and CEO Bill Fisch and CAO Michael Garrett
December 7, 2006 Bill Fisch acclaimed to fourth term as York Regional Chair
December 6, 2006 Tis the season for healthy holiday eating
December 7th, 2006 York Regional Council Inaugural Meeting and election of Regional Chair and CEO
December 4, 2006 York Region winter road maintenance program under way
December 4, 2006 York Region winter road maintenance program under way
Dec 1, 2006 Region seeks volunteers for AAC
November 28, 2006 Avoid unpasteurized, raw milk and milk products
November 27, 2006 World AIDS Day
November 21, 2006 Four tonnes of municipal election signs diverted from landfill through York Region’s recycling program
November 17, 2006 York Region to host public information centres for updates to Transportation and Water Wastewater Master Plans
November 17, 2006 Bowling for Integrity Youth are invited to come together and learn the truth about the tobacco industry
November 16, 2006 Weight gain slows while people report healthier eating, new surveys show
November 16, 2006 Tom Taylor Affordable Housing Project Breaks Ground
Nov 16, 2006 Tom Taylor Place
November 15, 2006 New Affordable Housing Project Starts Construction in Newmarket
November 15, 2006 Beat the flu bug. Get your shot
November 15, 2006 The Flu Shot. Who Needs It You Do
November 15, 2006 York Region Community Flu Shot Clinics make it easy to Get the Vaccine, Not the Flu
November 15, 2006 York Region Chinese Health Information Network hosts a health fair for the Chinese community
November 13, 2006 York Region accepting corrugated election signs for recycling
November 9, 2006 Complimentary transit for Veterans on Remembrance Day
November 7, 2006 The Regional Municipality of York wins housing award
November 2, 2006 York Region Chinese Health Information Network hosts a health fair for the Chinese community
November 1, 2006 Residents divert over 19 tonnes from landfill through York Region’s 2006 re-use drop-off events
November 1, 2006 West Nile program ends for the season
October 30, 2006 Trick or whistle: York Region Emergency Medical Services helps keep children safe this Halloween
October 26, 2006 York Region honoured by Recycling Council of Ontario
October 24, 2006 The Regional Municipality of York opens third phase of Markham Bypass
October 24, 2006 Backgrounder on Funding Gap
October 24, 2006 Human Services funding in York Region lags behind provincial averages
October 23, 2006 The Regional Municipality of York’s Influenza Pandemic Exercise to provide insights on impact of potential flu outbreak
October 20, 2006 York Region partners with local organizations to hold Re Use Drop Off Event for residents
October 20, 2006 York Region schools participate in Adopt-a-Stream Crossing program
October 19, 2006, The Regional Municipality of York to hold Influenza Pandemic Exercise, Monday, October 23rd
October 17, 2006 York Region and Oak Ridges Moraine Land Trust to celebrate 16 hectare property dona
October 16, 2006 The Regional Municipality of York celebrates Character Community Week, October 16th to 21st
October 12, 2006 Prevent illness. Keep germs out of business
October 12, 2006 Attention men: Is your macho image putting you at risk?
October 12, 2006 Prevent illness Keep germs out of business
October 11, 2006 York Region to hold 3rd Annual Litter Roundup Event For Grade 5 students
October 10, 2006 The Regional Municipality of York selected by Macleans Magazine as one of Top 100
October 10, 2006 Tuesday, October 24, 2006 Leading, managing and modeling for wellness
October 3, 2006 October 4th is International Walk to School (IWALK) Day
September 28, 2006 Breastfeeding Challenge 2006
September 28, 2006 Public invited to join walking and cycling consultation
Sept 21 2006 York Region subway arrangement
Sept 21 2006 ESR for Duffin Creek
September 19, 2006 Prenatal classes offered in Chinese
September 19, 2006 Calling all breastfeeding moms we need you
September 21, 2006 YRT Viva Ridership climbs 10.8 per cent in 2006
September 19, 2006 Prenatal classes offered in Chinese
September 19, 2006 Calling all breastfeeding moms we need you
September 21, 2006 Population growth, construction activity, employment point to York Region’s continuing economic strength
September 21, 2006 York Region authorizes $1 million towards purchase ofproperty in Township of King
September 20, 2006 2006 Beach Sampling Program Ends
September 20, 2006 New survey finds that Canadians love to snack
September 19, 2006 Calling all breastfeeding moms – we need you
September 19, 2006 Prenatal classes offered in Chinese
Sept 15, 2006 Health Fair for South Asian community
Sept 14, 06 Information meeting for community agencies
September 14, 2006 Health Fair for the South Asian Community of York Region
September 8, 2006 Having a baby or two or three or more?
September 8, 2006 Probable human case of West Nile virus in York Region
September 7, 2006 Exploring the truth about methamphetamine
September 5, 2006 Exploring the truth about methamphetamine
September 1, 2006 Health Fair for the South Asian Community of York Region
August 23, 2006 Viva receives Peter Marshall award
August 22, 2006 YDSS Interceptor Sewer Permit to Take Water Mitigation Program and Monitoring Measures Public Information Centre
August 21, 2006 Local produce at its peak in August and September
August 21, 2006 Volley your way to better health
July 20, 2006 The Regional Municipality of York launches unique social housing recreation and sport project
August 16, 2006 First birds test positive for West Nile virus
Well Water Seminar
August 3, 2006 YR reduces electricity demand
August 9, 2006 Warriors' Day free YRT
August 9, 2006 Forest Walk
August 9, 2006 Bat warning issued
August 9, 2006 York Region reports first positive WNV mosquitoes
August 1, 2006 York Region urges caution at intersections as potential power reductions or rolling blackouts may affect traffic signals
July 27, 2006 Avoiding hot weather emergencies
July 24, 2006 York Region is a hot place to live
July 24, 2006 Stage 1 Water Advisory removed in Kleinburg and King City
July 18, 2006 Woodbine Avenue closed between Davis Drive and Green Lane
July 20, 2006 Woodbine Avenue re-opened between Davis Drive and Green Lane
July 19, 2006 The Regional Municipality of York to launch unique social housing recreation and sport project
July 11, 2006 Forest event
July 7, 2006 Growth Management consultations engage public
July 5, 2006 York Region downgrades King City Water Ban to Stage 1 Advisory
July 4, 2006 Join us for a day at the beach and be sun-sensible
June 30, 2006 YRT re introduces favourite Wonderbus route for the summer
June 29, 2006 Impairment and boating carries more risks than ever before
June 29, 2006 Do you have what it takes to host a responsible party this summer?
June 29, 2006 Sizzling summer freshness
June 29, 2006 Regional residents urged to conserve water during summer months
June 29, 2006 Human service providers celebrate one year anniversary of Stakeholder Resolution of Support campaign
June 27, 2006 Human service providers to celebrate campaign calling for new investment in social services
June 26, 2006 St. John’s Sideroad in Town of Aurora officially re-opens following extensive re-construction and rehabilitation project
June 23, 2006 Water tower volumes improving in Kleinburg and King City
June 22, 2006 The Regional Municipality of York receives both required Certificate of Approvals for the YDSS Interceptor
June 22, 2006 Transit-oriented development guidelines encourage urban developments to be transit user-friendly
June 22, 2006 The Regional Municipality of York authorizes land purchase for new York Regional Police facility
June 22, 2006 The Regional Municipality of York and Ontario Nurses Association reach deal on new collective agreement
June 22, 2006 The Regional Municipality of York receives three awards in environmental planning and geomatics
June 23, 2006 St. John’s Sideroad in Town of Aurora to officially re-open
June 22, 2006 The Regional Municipality of York releases 2005 Annual Report
June 22, 2006 YRT and Viva Ridership climbs 9.2 per cent in 2006
June 22, 2006 York Regional Council receives final report from Towards Sustainability in York Region Advisory Group
June 21, 2006 King Township Mayor encourages commuters to try transit
June 19, 2006 York Region issues Stage 2 Mandatory Outdoor Water Use Ban for communities of Kleinburg and King City
June 20, 2006 Hotline number created for residents inquiring about water ban in the communities of Kleinburg and King City
June 19, 2006 This summer stay safe in and around the water
June 19, 2006 Owning a swimming pool can pose a serious health risk
June 20, 2006 York Region hosts Household Hazardous Waste drop-off event
June 20, 2006 York Region celebrates service of outstanding volunteers
June 20, 2006 York Region hosts Household Hazardous Waste drop-off event
June 19, 2006 Current Water Reserve Levels in Kleinburg and King City
June 19, 2006 Current Water Reserve Levels in Kleinburg and King City
June 15, 2006 York Region Beach Sampling Program begins
June 14,2006 York Region announce winners of Business Plan Challenge 2006
June 13, 2006 York Region issues Stage 1 Outdoor Water Use Advisory
June 12, 2006 Slow Food is making headway in a fast-paced society
June 12, 2006 The Regional Municipality of York congratulates winners of YRT Viva 6 Years and 60 Million Riders contest
June 12, 2006 York Region’s 2006 West Nile virus Control Plan
June 9, 2006 Larviciding program begins
June 9, 2006 Pedestrian collisions are preventable.
June 9, 2006 YRT and Viva announce winners of 6 Years and 60 Million Riders contest at awards presentation
June 8, 2006 York Region receives prestigious award for 2006 Budget from Government Finance Officers Association
Thursday, June 8, 2006 Pedestrian collisions are preventable. Cross Smart
June 8, 2006 Progress of ethno-cultural inclusivity actions celebrated by York Region human service providers
June 7, 2006 Human service providers to commemorate progress of ethno-cultural inclusivity actions
June 7, 2006 York Region helps residents clear out their clutter
June 7, 2006 York Region commits to taking action on sustainability and improving air quality at the 2006 Smog Summit
June 1, 2006 Preventable injuries continue to be a leading cause of hospitalization and death of children
May 31, 2006 Durham York Residual Waste Study proceeds with consultant recommendation of energy from waste solution
May 31, 2006 York Region helps residents clear out their clutter
May 31, 2006 Residents asked to practice outdoor water conservation this spring and summer
May 30, 2006 York Regional employees encouraged to use alternate modes of transportation to and from work
May 30, 2006 York Region launches recent immigrant report to community
May 29, 2006 Smog advisory issued for York Region
May 29, 2006 TTC service expected to resume later this evening
May 29, 2006 All TTC routes within York Region affected by service disruption
May 29, 2006 Bathurst Collector Langstaff Trunk Sewer Project Permit to Take Water Public Information Forum
May 25,2006 Ontario trails Yours to explore
May 26, 2006 30th Annual Easter Seals Run Walkathon to take place this Sunday May 28th
May 25, 2006 Ontario trails...Yours to explore
May 26, 2006 Bat Warning Issued
May 26, 2006 The Regional Municipality of York to officially launch recent immigrant report with panel discussion
May 26, 2006 York Region to host free open houses in celebration of National Public Works Week
May 25, 2006 Viva named most innovative transit system in North America
May 24, 2006 York Region to host free open houses in celebration of National Public Works Week
May 24, 2006 York Region hosts reuse event during National Public Works Week
May 18, 2006 Used car seats may not be a great bargain
May 17, 2006 York Region to host free open houses in celebration of National Public Works Week
May 15, 2006 York Children’s Water Festival Media Day
May 15, 2006 Take a deep breath
May 15, 2006 York Region launches Household Hazardous Waste campaign
May 12, 2006 York Region paramedics serve lunch at Trinity United Church
May 12,2006 6 Years and 60 Million Riders contest information
May 12, 2006 York Children’s Water Festival teaches importance of water conservation to future generation
May 12, 2006 York Region Transit launches 6 Years and 60 Million Riders promotional contest
May 12, 2006 York Region paramedics serve lunch at Trinity United Church
May 8, 2006 City of Vaughan and York Region strengthen emergency response partnership with another Fire and EMS station
May 11, 2006 Young boy becomes paramedic for a day
May 10, 2006 Regional Municipality of York public works professional receives national honor
May 10, 2006 Serving on the front line of health care
May 10, 2006 May is Rabies Awareness Month
May 10, 2006 York Region publications aim to influence travel and business decisions
May 9, 2006 Ratified collective agreement means no YRT service interruptions in Vaughan, Richmond Hill, Markham and King Township
May 8, 2006 - YRT service interruption
May 8, 2006 - Canar routes
May 8, 2006 - Transit Facts
May 8, 2006 - YRT and Viva facts
May 8, 2006 - Canar
May 5, 2006 Ontario Emergency Commissioner Julian Fantino to kick off National Emergency Preparedness Week in York Region
May 5, 2006 Ontario Emergency Commissioner Julian Fantino to kick off National Emergency Preparedness Week in York Region
May 3, 2006 West Nile Virus bird surveillance program starts
May 2, 2006 Viva Rapid Transit awarded Environment Impact Award
April 27, 2006 York Region encouraging every household to participate in 2006 Census on May 16
May 2, 2006 Protect yourself Get the shot
May 1, 2006 2006 York Region Transit launches new service to Mount Albert in Town of East Gwillimbury
May 1, 2006 York Regional Council releases annual strategic plan update
May 1, 2006 Celebrating You on International No Diet Day
April 27, 2006 2005 Community Development and Investment Fund Projects
April 27, 2006 York Region encouraging every household to participate in 2006 Census on May 16
April 27, 2006 More than 30,000 residents benefit from York Regions Community Development and Investment Fund
April 27, 2006 York Region approves sustainability standard for new buildings
April 27, 2006 York Region partners with Tim Hortons in litter reduction initiative
April 27, 2006 Security cameras to be installed in transit terminals and on YRT and Viva
York Regional April 26, 2006 Council to proclaim May Easter Seals Month
April 25, 2006 York Region schools participate in Adopt-a-Stream program
April 24, 2006 Community Snapshots: Recent Immigrants Living in York Region
April 24, 2006 York Region’s immigrant population growing faster than non-immigrant population
April 24, 2006 The Community Social Data Strategy
April 24, 2006 When do I need to be screened for cancer
April 24, 2006 York Region celebrates Earth Week
April 24, 2006 The Regional Municipality of York kicks off Earth Week with debut of new waste management video
April 21, 2006 Durham York Residual Waste Study consultants recommend thermal
April 19, 2006 York Region celebrates Earth Week
April 20, 2006 Turn off your screens and turn up your activity
April 13, 2006 2006 map and guide to farm fresh produce in York Region now available
April 12, 2006 Protecting the health of Ontarians
Apr 12, 2006 Yard Waste
April 11, 2006 Spring Forest Festival
April 10, 2006 Does you child travel safely
April 10, 2006 Planning for Tomorrow open houses
April 4, 2006 Character Conference
April 4, 2006 ToR York Durham Residual
April 3, 2006 Duffin Creek PIC
March 30, 2006 Character Conference
March 30, 2006 Planning for Tomorrow workshops
March 28, 2006 Georgina high school students help expose lies in tobacco
March 27,2006 Party in the Right Spirit
March 24, 2006 York Region completes pioneering Groundwater Study
March 28, 2006 Southeast Collector Trunk Sewer Individual Environmental Assessment Public Information Forums
March 24, 2006 York Region completes pioneering Groundwater Study
March 23, 2006 York Region surpasses conditions set by the Ministry on YDSS projects
March 23, 2006 York Region Waste Management initiatives acknowledged for 2005 promotion and education campaign
March 23, 2006 Removing Barriers York Region’s 2006 Accessibility Plan
March 23, 2006 YRT and Viva ridership up again in January
March 23, 2006 Removing Barriers York Region’s 2006 Accessibility Plan approved by Regional Council
March 23, 2006 York Region Waste Management initiatives acknowledged for 2005 promotion and education campaign
March 21, 2006 While smoking in the movies doesn’t sell tickets, it does sell cigarettes
March 20, 2006 York Region celebrates World Water Day
March 16, 2006 Planning For Tomorrow open houses to discuss growth
March 14, 2006 The truth about quitting smoking and gaining weight
March 9, 2006 Put your well to the test three times each year
March 3, 2006 Ontario’s Youth Action Alliances tell the Tobacco Industry to look elsewhere in
March 3,2006 ONTARIO’S YOUTH GATHER TO TAKE ACTION AGAINST SMOKING
March 3, 2006 First Annual Smoke-Free Ontario Youth Summit Gathers in Toronto
March 3, 2006 The Regional Municipality of York sustainability symposium discusses growth challenges and options
March 2, 2006 Awareness can help prevent 162 Canadian deaths each week
March 1, 2006 Ontario Ministry of the Environment approves Terms of Reference for Southeast Collector Trunk Sewer Project York and Durham Regions
March 1, 2006 Make Wise Food Choices Wherever You Go
March 1, 2006 York Region Transit and Viva Rapid Transit Facts
March 1, 2006 No YRT service interruptions after new five-year contract ratified between Miller Transit Ltd. and Amalgamated Transit Union
February 28, 2006 York Region launches enhanced Online Business Directory
Febuary 28, 2006 Upcoming Durham, York Residual Waste Study Public Information Sessions
February 27, 2006 York Region Transit (YRT) route information
February 27, 2006 York Region Transit (YRT) Facts
February 27, 2006 YRT service in Markham, Whitchurch-Stouffville and Richmond Hill may be affected if contract negotiations unsuccessful
February 24, 2006 York Region high school students to get their day in court
February 23, 2006 Protecting your kids, taking it outside
Feb 23, 2006 Sustainability Symposium
February 23, 2006 York Region to raise awareness of growth management choices at sustainability symposium and open houses
Feb 23, 2006 Public invited to discuss growth planning issues
February 16 2006 15 million YRT
February 16, 2006 YorkLink
February 16 2006 Viva fleet expanding
February 16 2006 New growth forecast
February 16, 2006 Intersection of Highway 7 and Jane Street closed for repairs until the week of March 20th
February 15, 2006 INFRASTRUCTURE TO BE REPLACED AT HIGHWAY 7 AND JANE STREET INTERSECTION
February 15, 2006 York Region Paramedics make childrens wishes come true
Feb 7 2006 Intersection update 2
Feb 7 2006 Intersection update 3
February 7, 2006 Highway 7 and Jane Street intersection in City of Vaughan closed by York Regional Police
February 3, 2006 Restaurants in York Region measure up
February 2, 2006 February is Heart Health Month and Canadians are ready
February 2, 2006 February is Heart Health Month and Canadians are ready
January 31, 2006 Is your family prepared for an emergency?
January 27, 2006 York Regional Council requires infrastructure funding and approvals to implement Places to Grow
January 26, 2006 York Region completes Significant Woodlands Study
January 26, 2006 York Region to partner with area municipalities to coordinate joint waste diversion strategies
January 26, 2006 Passenger boardings for YRT and Viva increase 21 per cent in November 2005
January 26, 2006 York Region investigates energy self-sufficiency through wind energy
Jan 24, 2006 Election sign recycling
Jan 19, 2006 Smoke-Free
Jan 18, 06 Reduce smoking
Jan 18,06 Reduce smoking backgrounder
January 16, 2006 Cold Weather emergency
January 13, 2006 The Healthy Lunch Challenge pays off for students
January 4, 2006 Out with the old and in with the new
January 2, 2006 Viva Rapid Transit passengers can now think Pink
January 3, 2005 York Region Administrative Centre undergoes environmental makeover
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