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York Region is home to many hectares of Greenbelt as well as the environmentally important Oak Ridges Moraine. Our natural environment is supported by planning and implementing numerous forest conservation and greening strategies, waste management initiatives, careful wastewater monitoring and rigorous protection of our drinking water. York Region is dedicated to environmental sustainability now and for the future.
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Highway 427 between Highway 7 and Zenway permanently closing
August 04, 2020 Highway 427 is being extended by LINK427 under contract to the Ontario Ministry of Transportation and Infrastructure Ontario from Highway 7 to Major Mackenzie Drive.
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Tips for safe outdoor barbecuing during COVID-19
July 31, 2020 While outdoor gatherings provide one of the safest means of socializing, it’s important that you continue to protect yourself against COVID-19.
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Watering your lawn or garden? Check your bylaw first
July 30, 2020 With hot and dry summer weather, the Regional Municipality of York reminds residents their Outdoor Water-use Bylaw is now in effect and must be followed in all local cities and towns.
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Major Mackenzie Drive: Highway 400 to Highway 50
July 28, 2020 The Regional Municipality of York is investing in building a safe, efficient and reliable Regional transportation network for all users.
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