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Invest Durham and Town of Ajax drive $10M manufacturing expansion at Triforest
Posted on Wednesday, July 23, 2025 02:14 PM
Whitby, Ontario – In a move that strengthens economic growth in Durham Region, Invest Durham and the Town of Ajax’s Business Engagement and Supports Team secured a $10 million expansion at Triforest’s manufacturing plant in Ajax. Their collaborative efforts are a significant achievement in advanced manufacturing and job creation.
The milestone was marked at a ribbon-cutting ceremony attended by Regional Chair and CEO, John Henry; Regional and local Councillors from Town of Ajax; and Triforest...
Remember: Drop off items for reuse, recycling and safe disposal during Environment Days
Posted on Wednesday, July 23, 2025 09:21 AM
Whitby, Ontario – Environment Days are just around the corner! The Region of Durham, in partnership with the area municipalities, is inviting residents to drop off items for reuse, recycling and safe disposal.
When and where:
- Saturday, August 16 from 8 a.m. to noon (rain or shine), Clarington Operations Depot 42, 178 Darlington-Clarke Townline Road, Bowmanville (south of Hwy 2)
- Saturday, September 6 from 8 a.m. to noon (rain or shine), Chestnut Hill Developments Recreation Complex (rear parking lot),...
Region of Durham response to reporting on main entrance revolving door system
Posted on Monday, July 21, 2025 04:40 PM
Whitby, Ontario – Today (July 21), it was reported to a Toronto-based radio station that the cost of replacing the main entrance revolving door system at Durham Regional Headquarters cost property taxpayers upward of $1 million. This information requires clarification.
We are required to ensure Regional facilities are safe and in good working order for staff and visitors. The building’s existing sliding door system was reaching the end of its 20-year life expectancy. The doors were a constant...
Leave space to keep cyclists safe! Maintain a safe distance from cyclists
Posted on Monday, July 21, 2025 09:10 AM
Durham Region is reminding drivers to leave at least one metre of space between their vehicle and bicycles or e-bikes on the road to help keep riders safe.
Motorists may cross the centre line to pass a cyclist if it is safe and legal. Otherwise, they must wait behind the cyclist until it is safe to pass.
Cyclists are not required to leave a specific one metre space; however, they are required to obey all the rules of the road. Cyclists should remain mindful of their surroundings, especially when...
Weed removal
Posted on Friday, July 18, 2025 11:50 AM
Notice is hereby given that The Regional Municipality of Durham has contracted Turf War Inc. to spray the weeds on hard-surfaced centre medians on Regional roads in the Town of Ajax, City of Oshawa, City of Pickering and Town of Whitby.
The weed control will protect our infrastructure resulting in reduced maintenance and restoration costs. Weed roots damage the infrastructure by cracking asphalt and concrete and lifting or shifting interlocking bricks. The targeted spraying will be done mainly at...
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