News Releases

DRT buses get masks as an important reminder: we’re on this ride together

Whitby, Ontario – Earlier today—as part of the We’re on This Ride Together awareness campaign and in an effort to continue to encourage all passengers to wear a mask while using public transit—Durham Region Transit (DRT) unveiled its huge mask decal; to be displayed on three buses within its fleet.

The large mask decals, which span the entire front of the bus, will serve as a reminder to all those in the Region of the importance of wearing a mask when out in the community, including on board DRT...

Durham Regional Council approves new Master Housing Strategy

Whitby, Ontario – Durham Regional Council has approved a new Master Housing Strategy to improve housing access for everyone.

The Strategy aims to improve affordability and access to housing across Durham Region, while highlighting priorities in At Home in Durham, the Durham Housing Plan 2014-2024, including providing affordable rent, greater housing choice, strong and vibrant neighbourhoods, and ending homelessness.

The new Master Housing Strategy is a living document that will:

• Revitalize the Durham...

New electric vehicle chargers coming to Durham

Whitby, Ontario – Durham Region is collaborating with local area municipalities and utilities to create a community-wide network of electric vehicle (EV) chargers to accelerate our transition to a clean energy economy. This initiative is made possible through a more than $296,000 investment from the Natural Resources Canada’s Zero Emission Vehicle Infrastructure Program.

The investment will support the installation of 60 electric vehicle connectors across 21 municipally-owned and publicly-accessible...

Stay in Durham: Celebrate safely and support local this holiday season

Whitby, Ontario – The following statement is being issued on behalf of John Henry, Regional Chair and Chief Executive Officer:

“Due to COVID-19, the holidays are going to look a little different this year. In addition to public health measures that are currently in place as part of the Control - Red Category, the Province of Ontario has issued some general advice to consider when planning your holiday activities.

To help us safely celebrate with our loved ones, Durham residents are urged to avoid...

Garbage bag tags become Region’s first online transaction option

Whitby, Ontario – The Regional Municipality of Durham has made the purchase of garbage bag tags available online through durham.ca, to residents living in Ajax, Brock, Clarington, Pickering, Scugog and Uxbridge. Residents living in Whitby and Oshawa can purchase garbage tags online through their local municipal websites.

This is the Region’s first e-commerce payment option, meaning that it can be completed directly through durham.ca with a credit card or credit-enabled debit card—without the need...