Public Service Announcements

Durham Region to host free event connecting local businesses with the film and television industry

Whitby, Ontario – The Durham Region Film Commission (Film Durham) will be hosting a free event for the business community to learn how they can conduct business with the film and television industry in Durham Region—and beyond. The Region of Durham offers a wealth of unique filming locations and is quickly growing as a preferred destination for the film and television industry. This presents a great opportunity for local businesses to generate new relationships and revenue sources, and grow the local...

Lane restrictions on North Street in Newcastle

Whitby, Ontario – The Regional Municipality of Durham is advising residents of lane restrictions on North Street (Regional Road 17) in the community of Newcastle in the Municipality of Clarington.

When: February 20 to May 31. Unfavourable weather conditions may influence the work schedule.

Where: North Street, from 50 metres north of the CPR Grade Separation to Monroe Street West in the community of Newcastle, in the Municipality of Clarington.

Why: For road reconstruction work.

Note: The Region...

Upcoming road closure on Conlin Road in Oshawa

Whitby, Ontario – The Regional Municipality of Durham, in partnership with the City of Oshawa, is advising residents of upcoming lane restrictions and a road closure on Conlin Road in the City of Oshawa.

When and where: Conlin Road will be closed to through traffic in stages during the 2023 construction season to complete the work. Access for local traffic and emergency vehicles will be maintained at all times. Unfavourable weather conditions may influence the work schedule.

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Upcoming road closure of Harmony Road North in Oshawa

Whitby, Ontario – The Regional Municipality of Durham is advising residents of an upcoming road closure on Harmony Road North (Regional Road 33) in the City of Oshawa.

When: The closure will take place from February 13 to 17. Unfavourable conditions may influence the work schedule.

Where: Harmony Road North, from Winchester Road East to Conlin Road East, in Oshawa.

Why: Sanitary sewer installation to support new development.

Note: The Region realizes that the work may be disruptive and will make...

Roundabouts maximize safety in Durham Region

Whitby, Ontario – The Regional Municipality of Durham has installed roundabouts across the region as part of the Durham Vision Zero Strategic Road Safety Action Plan. Roundabouts are designed to maximize safety and minimize delay, while reducing emissions and fuel consumption.

Where: Roundabouts are installed at intersections at various locations across the region in place of traffic control signals. Locations are selected based on a thorough assessment that ensures a roundabout is the preferred...