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Submissions for employment area conversion now open
Posted on Thursday, June 25, 2020 10:00 AM
Whitby, Ontario – As part of Envision Durham’s Growth Management Study, the Region of Durham will be reviewing requests for employment area conversions.
What: The protection of the region’s supply of employment land is important to the economic vitality of Durham.
Employment Areas are lands primarily set aside for manufacturing, warehousing and industrial uses. Employment area conversion allows the designation to change, permitting the land to be used for residential purposes (homes)...
Changes to curbside waste collection and waste facility hours of operation in observance of Canada Day
Posted on Wednesday, June 24, 2020 10:15 AM
Whitby, Ontario – The Regional Municipality of Durham advises residents of changes to scheduled curbside collection, as well as Regional Waste Management Facilities hours, in observance of the Canada Day holiday.
When: July 1 to 4.
Where: Durham Region (across all eight local area municipalities).
All residents with curbside collection scheduled for Wednesday, July 1 will temporarily have their collection moved to the following day. This shift will continue throughout the week with curbside collection...
Lane restrictions on Dundas Street East in Whitby
Posted on Wednesday, June 24, 2020 01:15 AM
Whitby, Ontario – The Regional Municipality of Durham is advising residents of eastbound and westbound lane restrictions on Dundas Street East in the Town of Whitby.
When: June 25 to 26 (day and night). Unfavourable weather conditions may influence the work schedule.
Where: Dundas Street East, from Kantium Way to 100 meters west of Kantium Way, in the Town of Whitby.
Why: To safely repair an existing sanitary sewer.
Note: Drivers are asked to exercise caution for the safety of pedestrians, cyclists and...
UPDATE: Road closure on Fishlock Street due to watermain construction on Harwood Avenue North in Ajax
Posted on Tuesday, June 23, 2020 10:00 AM
Whitby, Ontario – The Regional Municipality of Durham is advising residents of a temporary road closure on Fishlock Street due to ongoing construction at Harwood Avenue North, from Kerrison Drive West to Rossland Road West, in the Town of Ajax.
When: June 24 to 25. Unfavourable weather conditions may influence the work schedule.
Where: Fishlock Street, at Harwood Avenue North, in the Town of Ajax.
Why: To safely construct a new watermain.
Note: Traffic will be diverted by a signed detour route. Municipal...
Reminder: Celebrate Canada Day the Durham Way on July 1
Posted on Tuesday, June 23, 2020 09:00 AM
Whitby, Ontario – On July 1, join us as we celebrate Canada Day the Durham Way—an uplifting, virtual celebration of the communities in Durham Region. To see a special Canada Day message check out this video.
New and exciting performances and family friendly entertainment have been announced for the event including:
- O’Canada performed by local artist, Kalista Wilson
- Baking beaver tails with MasterChef Canada winner and host of Mary’s Kitchen Crush, Mary Berg
- Soca entertainment from The Fuh Fun Band
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