DC establishes pathway agreements with Trent University and York University, offering Durham Region residents the opportunity to take university-level classes close to home.

Student Centre and first campus residence open at DC’s Oshawa campus.

DC officially opens the doors to the Whitby campus, including the Skills Training Centre.

Land purchased at site of former Cadbury chocolate factory to establish DC’s Whitby campus.

Dr. Gary Polonsky named president.

DC enrolment surpasses 2,700 students.

Mel Garland appointed president.

DC marks its 10th anniversary, with the college now offering adult education courses and serving 1,250 full-time students.

Durham Region officially forms, comprising eight municipalities including Oshawa, Whitby, Ajax and Pickering. DC housed the initial staff of Durham Region, including its first chairman, Walter Beath.