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Region of Durham and Mississaugas of Scugog Island First Nation sign Bilateral Agreement
Posted on Thursday, July 31, 2025 04:01 PM
Whitby, Ontario – On July 30, Regional Chair and Chief Executive Officer John Henry, Regional Chief Administrative Officer Elaine Baxter-Trahair and Mississaugas of Scugog Island First Nation (MSIFN) Chief Kelly LaRocca signed a new Bilateral Agreement, further strengthening the relationship between the Region and MSIFN.
By formalizing both parties’ intentions to develop strong partnerships and participate in meaningful engagement, the agreement establishes a foundation for...
Reminder: Join us at upcoming Environment Days events
Posted on Friday, August 08, 2025 10:30 AM
Residents are invited to drop off items for reuse, recycling and safe disposal at our upcoming Environment Days:
- Saturday, August 16 from 8 a.m. to noon (rain or shine) at 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) at Chestnut Hill Developments Recreation Complex (rear parking lot), 1867 Valley Farm Road, Pickering
- Saturday, September 20 from 8 a.m. to noon (rain or shine) at Uxbridge...
Lane restrictions on Durham Regional Highway 2 in Courtice
Posted on Thursday, August 07, 2025 09:37 AM
Whitby, Ontario – Durham Region is advising residents of upcoming lane restrictions on Durham Regional Highway 2 in the Municipality of Clarington’s community of Courtice.
When: August 18 to December 16. Unfavourable weather conditions may impact the work schedule.
Where: East and westbound lane restrictions will take place on Durham Regional Highway 2 from 100 metres west of Prestonvale Road to 100 metres west of Trulls Road in Courtice.
Why: To safely install a sanitary sewer and services in...
Upcoming lane shifts on Thickson Road North in Town of Whitby
Posted on Wednesday, August 06, 2025 01:31 PM
Whitby, Ontario – The Regional Municipality of Durham is advising residents of upcoming lane shifts on Thickson Road North in the Town of Whitby.
When: Daytime only August 11 to 22, 2025. Unfavourable weather conditions may influence the work schedule.
Where: North and southbound lane shifts on Thickson Road North (Regional Road 26), from Glengowan Street to 250 metres north of Conlin Road, in the Town of Whitby. One lane in each direction will be maintained by shifting the travel lanes to ensure...
Remembering Ontario’s 26th Lieutenant Governor, Hilary Weston
Posted on Wednesday, August 06, 2025 11:28 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:
“On behalf of the Region of Durham and its residents, I offer my deepest condolences on the passing of Ontario’s 26th Lieutenant Governor, The Honourable Hilary Weston. Our thoughts are with her family during this difficult time.
Among Ms. Weston’s many accomplishments, she was a philanthropist dedicated to bettering communities. She...
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