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Durham Region was established in 1974 as one of several new "regional" governments in the Province of Ontario, primarly around fast growing Toronto. Durham Region encompasses areas that were previously part of Ontario County and Durham County.

The southern portion of the region, adjacent to Lake Ontario is primarily urban in nature, and is essentially part of Toronto's extended suburbs. The northern area encompasses rural areas and small towns.

Major employers include General Motors of Canada , Ontario Power Generation, Lakeridge Health System , Durham College, University of Ontario Institute of Technology and many smaller component and transportation firms supplying the automotive industry.

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The four separate public transit systems in the region, operated by various municipalities, are set to be amalgamated under the Region's administration at the beginning of 20062006 is a common year starting on Sunday (see link for calendar). It has been designated: The International Year of Deserts and Desertification Predicted events January 9 Planned launch date of New Horizons February 28 Mardi Gras February 9 Independence r.