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We want your input! Use of Accessible Taxi Survey
Posted on Tuesday, September 10, 2024 09:07 AM
Whitby, Ontario – Municipalities, across Durham Region, have received input about a shortage of accessible taxis. This situation can make it difficult for some people to travel to medical appointments, to visit family/friends, and/or to participate in events outside their home.
The Region of Durham is committed to ensuring accessible services and programs to all residents and visitors to our region. All Durham Region Transit (DRT) buses are low floor with a front ramp to support customers using...
Province of Ontario approves Regional Official Plan
Posted on Monday, September 09, 2024 08:36 AM
Whitby, ON – Last week, the Province of Ontario approved The Regional Municipality of Durham’s new Regional Official Plan (ROP), in part, with modifications. The new ROP is the culmination of work completed through Envision Durham, the Municipal Comprehensive Review.
Durham Region is growing. Today, the region is home to more than 750,000 people. By the year 2051, our population is expected to grow to 1.3 million people, with more than 460,000 jobs in the region.
Adopted by Durham Regional Council...
Reminder: Drop off unwanted items during Environment Days
Posted on Friday, September 06, 2024 10:35 AM
Whitby, Ontario – The Regional Municipality 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, September 21 from 8 a.m. to noon (rain or shine), Lakeview Park (parking lot), Kluane Avenue, Oshawa
- Saturday, October 5 from 8 a.m. to noon (rain or shine), Municipal Boat Launch (parking lot), 2 Old Rail Lane, Port Perry
Why: Durham Region’s Environment Days support a circular economy, a model...
Durham Region uses hardened centre lines in pilot project to encourage road safety
Posted on Friday, September 06, 2024 09:30 AM
Earlier this year, the Region of Durham installed a hardened centre line on Old Brock Road at the intersection of Brock Road in the City of Pickering as part of a pilot project to guide northbound left-turn movements from Brock Road into the receiving lane. Hardened centre lines are a safety measure consisting of a 3-inch-high rubber speed bump placed on the centre line of a road, extending from approximately 14 metres away from the intersection.
Hardened centre lines are used to encourage...
Grade 5 Action Pass returns to Durham Region
Posted on Wednesday, September 04, 2024 10:15 AM
Whitby, Ontario – Durham Region Health Department, in partnership with local municipal recreation centres and the Oshawa Mary Street YMCA, is once again offering the Grade 5 Action Pass for the 2024-2025 school year.
The Grade 5 Action Pass gives students the opportunity to enjoy free public swimming, skating and drop-in programs at participating recreation centres across Durham Region. The pass is valid from September 2024 to August 2025 and provides unlimited use for students during this period...
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