Public Service Announcements

Upcoming road closure on North Street in Newcastle

Whitby, Ontario – The Region of Durham is advising residents of an upcoming road closure on North Street (Regional Road 17) in Newcastle.

When: May 5 to September 26. Unfavourable weather conditions may impact the work schedule.

Where: North Street, from Grady Drive to 550 metres north of Grady Drive, in the community of Newcastle in the Municipality of Clarington.

Why: The closure is in place for road reconstruction work to support new development. Traffic will be detoured for the duration of the...

Fighting poverty, strengthening communities: funding applications from community partners now open

Whitby, Ontario – The Region of Durham is accepting applications from local non-profit organizations to the Thriving Communities Fund. This fund supports initiatives that help prevent and/or reduce poverty for Durham residents.

What: The Thriving Communities Fund supports non-profit organizations with operational and/or capacity building activities that strengthen their ability to deliver programs and services. The maximum amount to be awarded is $50,000 per approved application.

Eligibility...

Upcoming lane shifts on Thickson Road North in Whitby

Whitby, Ontario – The Regional Municipality of Durham is advising residents of upcoming lane shifts on Thickson Road North in the Town of Whitby.

When: April 24 to May 9, 2025. Unfavourable weather conditions may influence the work schedule.

Where: North and southbound lane shifts on Thickson Road North (Regional Road 26), from Carnwith Drive East to 250 metres north of Columbus Road East, in the Town of Whitby. One lane in each direction will be maintained by shifting the travel lanes to ensure...

Road closure on Liberty Street North in Bowmanville

Whitby, Ontario – The Region of Durham is advising residents of an upcoming road closure on Liberty Street North (Regional Road 14) in Bowmanville.

When: April 28 to July 30. Unfavourable weather conditions may impact the work schedule.

Where: Liberty Street North, from Pamela Court to Sydel Court, in the community of Bowmanville in the Municipality of Clarington.

Why: The road closure is in place for the construction of two new watermains. Traffic will be detoured for the duration of the work. Detour...

Spring into action: updated waste collection schedule for Easter week

Whitby, Ontario – As the Easter holidays approach, the Region of Durham has some important updates to ensure a smooth waste collection experience for residents.

When and where: Ajax, Brock, Clarington, Pickering, Scugog and Uxbridge.

Residents who normally receive waste collection on Fridays are reminded that due to Good Friday, waste collection will take place on Saturday, April 19 instead. 

Residents are encouraged to download the Durham Region Waste App or access the online collection calendar at