Service Disruptions

Modified service hours for scheduled transit on Friday, June 6

Transit operators in legal strike position effective June 7

Whitby, Ontario – Durham Region Transit (DRT) will end scheduled bus service by 11 p.m. on Friday, June 6, 2025, due to the potential of a strike by Unifor Local 222 as early as 12:01 a.m. (midnight) on Saturday, June 7, 2025.     

Customers are advised to check the detailed listing of last trips at DurhamRegionTransit.com/updates and make alternative transportation arrangements if necessary. 

Although the union will be in a legal strike position...

Customers are advised of possible disruption to transit services

The following statement is being issued on behalf of Bill Holmes, General Manager of Durham Region Transit:

“Despite 12 days of negotiations, Durham Region Transit (DRT) and Unifor Local 222 (the Union representing front-line DRT employees) have been unable to reach a renewed collective agreement.

DRT and Unifor have engaged in productive discussions to improve the quality of work for all employees. Unfortunately, Unifor requested a No Board Report from the Ministry of Labour and it was issued on...

Storm Update: Brock Township Emergency April 9, 2025

The Township of Brock declared a State of Emergency and The Region of Durham continues to assist with responding to damage from freezing rain and ice accumulation from recent storms. Residents are encouraged to contact their insurance providers to see if storm-related expenses and losses are covered.

Community support and emergency centre closure
The emergency centre at the Beaverton Royal Canadian Legion is now closed. We extend our thanks for the community for its support, with over 500 meals...

Storm Update: Brock Township Emergency April 8, 2025

The Township of Brock declared a State of Emergency and The Region of Durham continues to assist with responding to damage from freezing rain and ice accumulation from recent storms. Residents are encouraged to contact their insurance providers to see if storm-related expenses and losses are covered.

Emergency Centre for Storm Relief in Township of Brock

If you need a warm meal or support due to the storm and power outage, visit the emergency centre at the Beaverton Royal Canadian Legion (517 Mara...

Storm Update: Township of Brock Emergency - Monday, April 7, 2025

The Township of Brock has declared a State of Emergency and many residents are still without power. The Region of Durham is responding to damage from freezing rain and ice accumulation from recent storms. Residents are encouraged to contact their insurance providers to see if storm-related expenses and losses are covered.

Emergency Centre for Storm Relief in Township of Brock

If you need a warm meal or support due to the storm and power outage, visit the emergency centre at the Beaverton Royal...