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Ontario Launching “One Fare" to Save Transit Riders $1,600
Posted on Monday, February 05, 2024 04:04 PM
Transit riders using multiple transit agencies will transfer at no extra charge.
TORONTO — The Ontario government is keeping costs down for public transit riders with the launch of “One Fare,” which will save riders an average of $1,600 each year. Beginning February 26, 2024, riders will pay only once as they transfer for free between the TTC and participating transit agencies in the Greater Toronto Area, including GO Transit.
“Our government is on a mission to keep costs down for the hardworking...
Upcoming Blue Box recycling collection schedule changes in Oshawa and Whitby due to Family Day
Posted on Monday, February 05, 2024 01:41 PM
Whitby, Ontario – The Regional Municipality of Durham would like to remind Oshawa and Whitby residents of changes to the scheduled Blue Box collection due to the Family Day holiday.
When: Oshawa and Whitby residents will have their Blue Box collection moved to the following day the week of February 19.
Blue Box collection scheduled for Monday, February 19 (Family Day) will be moved to Tuesday, February 20. This shift will continue throughout the week, ending with Friday, February 23 collection...
Upcoming closure on Thornton Road South in Oshawa due to emergency repairs
Posted on Saturday, February 03, 2024 02:01 PM
Whitby, Ontario – The Regional Municipality of Durham, Works Department advises residents of a complete road closure on Thornton Road South in the City of Oshawa as Canadian Pacific Railway (CP Rail) conducts emergency repairs.
When: The repair work will begin on February 5 at 8 a.m. and is expected to be complete by February 6 at 6 p.m.
Where: Full road closure on Thornton Road South, north of Stellar Drive and south of Gibb Street. Traffic may detour via Stellar Drive, Thickson Road South and Gibb...
Statement from the Regional Chair on honouring Black History Month
Posted on Thursday, February 01, 2024 08:21 AM
Whitby, Ontario – The following statement is being issued on behalf of John Henry, Regional Chair and Chief Executive Officer for The Regional Municipality of Durham:
“Today (February 1), marks the beginning of Black History Month in Durham Region—a time to honour the history and strength of people of African descent, and celebrate the tremendous contributions—past and present—that Black Canadians have made, and continue to make, in our communities. It is also a moment to pause and reflect on the...
Durham Region celebrates 50 years!
Posted on Wednesday, January 31, 2024 01:14 PM
Whitby, Ontario – The following statement is being issued on behalf of John Henry, Regional Chair and Chief Executive Officer for The Regional Municipality of Durham:
“On behalf of the Region of Durham and its residents, I’m excited to share that Durham Region is celebrating its 50th anniversary this year!
On January 1, 1974 (under The Regional Municipality of Durham Act, 1973), Durham Region became the largest jurisdiction in the Greater Toronto and Hamilton Area, measuring just over 2,500...
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