Public Service Announcements

Lane restrictions on Regional Road 8 in Uxbridge

Whitby, Ontario – The Regional Municipality of Durham is advising residents of lane restrictions on Regional Road 8 in the Township of Uxbridge.

When: September 11 to 27. Unfavourable weather conditions may impact the work schedule.

Where: Regional Road 8, between Owen Road and Concession 6, in Uxbridge.

Why: To safely complete emergency bank stabilization.

Note: During the day, Regional Road 8 will be reduced to one lane with traffic control on-site. During the night the roadway will be opened to two...

Join the Region of Durham’s Truth and Reconciliation Awareness Walk

Whitby, Ontario – The Region of Durham, in partnership with the City of Pickering and Town of Whitby, is hosting a walk in recognition of National Day for Truth and Reconciliation on September 20 at 9:30 a.m.

The walk will begin at the Pathway to Reconciliation Crosswalk, located near the south entrance of Durham Regional Headquarters in Whitby (near Garden Street), and continue along Rossland Road to Fallingbrook Park, at the intersection of Rossland Road and Anderson Street. 

We will stop at the...

Lane restrictions on Cameron Street West in Cannington in the Township of Brock

Whitby, Ontario – The Regional Municipality of Durham is advising residents of lane restrictions on Cameron Street West (Regional Road 12) in the community of Cannington in the Township of Brock.

When: September 16 to October 19. Unfavourable weather conditions may impact the work schedule.

Where: Lane restrictions will be in place daily on Cameron Street West, from King Street South to Ann Street South, in Cannington.

Why: The lane restrictions will be in place for the safe construction of an...

We want your input! Use of Accessible Taxi Survey

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...

Reminder: Drop off unwanted items during Environment Days

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...