Public Service Announcements

Changes to Regional services in observance of the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation

Whitby, Ontario – The Regional Municipality of Durham is advising residents of impacts to Regional programs and services on September 30 in observance of the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation.

When and Where: On Tuesday, September 30, the following programs and/or services will be impacted:

• Durham Regional Headquarters in Whitby will be closed, including provincial courts and offices, Ontario Works Office and the Child Care and Early Years Division Office.
• All Family Services Durham...

Join us at a Public Information Centre to help improve bicycle parking across Durham Region

Whitby, Ontario – The Regional Municipality of Durham is inviting the public to attend an in-person Public Information Centre (PIC) for the Bicycle Parking Guidelines Project. The Bicycle Parking Guidelines strive to provide guidance on ways to make bike parking more convenient, secure and well-designed at busy public places throughout the region.

When: September 25 from 6 to 8 p.m.

Where: Iroquois Park Sports Centre (500 Victoria Street West, Whitby ON, L1N 9G4)

Why: This public meeting is an...

Lane restrictions on Rossland Road in the City of Oshawa

Whitby, Ontario – Durham Region is advising residents of upcoming lane restrictions on Rossland Road (Regional Road 28) in Oshawa.

When: September 12 to October 3. Unfavourable weather conditions may impact the work schedule.

Where: Daily lane restrictions will be in place on Rossland Road, from the Oshawa Creek Bridge to west of Carnegie Avenue, in the City of Oshawa.  

Why: To safely complete road resurfacing.

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

Here and Now Counselling: prompt, issue-focused support

Whitby, Ontario – Your well-being matters. The Region of Durham offers counselling services focused on mental health and relationship support tailored to your needs.

What: Here and Now Counselling is a service offered by Family Services Durham that focuses on one issue at a time; it provides helpful strategies and support in just one session. With Here and Now Counselling, you can discuss concerns such as:

• Handling stress or burnout.
• Coping strategies.
• Anxiety.
• Depression.
• Relationship challenges.

Celebrating Welcoming Week in Durham Region

Whitby, Ontario – From September 12 to 21, the Region of Durham, along with its Durham Local Immigration Partnership (DLIP) and newcomer service providers will recognize Welcoming Week.

This annual campaign celebrates the work done in communities to become welcoming places for all. It’s a time to recognize the power of inclusion and the people who make Durham Region a place where everyone belongs.

Did you know that 28 per cent of Durham’s current population are immigrants or individuals born...