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Come to our free Compost Giveaway events from April 29 to May 27
Posted on Thursday, April 27, 2023 03:22 PM
The Region of Durham has teamed up with the area municipalities to offer free compost to residents at special events taking place across the region from April 29 to May 27.
These are self-serve events.Residents must bring a shovel and containers to carry their compost. Quantities are first-come, first-served and limited to four blue boxes of compost per vehicle.
Green bins, blue boxes, blue box lids and backyard composters will also be available for purchase, and broken bins can be exchanged for...
Reuse, recycle or safely dispose of items no longer needed during Environment Days
Posted on Tuesday, April 25, 2023 01:21 PM
Residents are invited to donate items for reuse, recycling and safe disposal at our upcoming Environment Days:
- Saturday, April 29 from 8 a.m. to noon (rain or shine), Ajax Operations Centre, 800 Salem Road North, Ajax
- Saturday, September 9 from 8 a.m. to noon (rain or shine), Chestnut Hill Developments Recreation Complex (parking lot), 1867 Valley Farm Road, Pickering
- Saturday, September 16 from 8 a.m. to noon (rain or shine), Uxbridge Seniors Centre (parking lot), 75 Marietta Street, Uxbridge
Construction on Conlin Road in Whitby and Oshawa will be ongoing until October 2023
Posted on Wednesday, June 08, 2022 03:45 PM
Durham Region is working to improve infrastructure and expand the water and sanitary sewer systems on Conlin Road. Conlin Road, Conlin Road West and Thornton Road North will be closed in stages to through traffic throughout the construction work. Access for local traffic and emergency vehicles will be maintained at all times.
The construction phase is being completed collaboratively with the City of Oshawa and includes a new feedermain, watermain, sanitary and storm sewer, and road...
Spring cleaning? Donate your reusable items at Reuse Days
Posted on Monday, May 06, 2019 02:15 AM
Whether you’re spring cleaning, Marie Kondo-ing, or simply looking to clear some space in your garage, Reuse Days are the perfect opportunity to give new life to old items. At Reuse Days, the Works Department partners with local charities to donate good-quality, reusable items—keeping them out of the waste stream.
What kind of items can be donated? Acceptable items include clothing, textiles, furniture, appliances, cabinets, countertops and most other reusable renovation materials.
Upcoming Reuse...
Create your own fusion garden
Posted on Thursday, April 04, 2019 07:15 AM
Be sure to order your FREE copy of Fusion Landscaping Guide for Homeowners to prepare for spring.
Fusion landscapes merge the lush splendour of traditional gardens with modern, eco-friendly designs that are affordable, require less work and save water. Create a landscape that serves all the different needs you have for your yard, from entertaining, kid’s play area, a quiet place to read and all your other needs.
Learn how to design your landscape and achieve the beauty and function you desire.
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