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Lane restrictions on King Street in Oshawa due to watermain break
Posted on Wednesday, February 19, 2025 11:06 PM
Whitby, Ontario – The Regional Municipality of Durham is advising residents of lane restrictions on King Street, between Mary Street and Charles Street, in the City of Oshawa due to ongoing watermain break repairs.
When: Until the repair is complete.
Where: Lane restrictions are in place on King Street, between Mary Street and Charles Street, in Oshawa. Please note that the impacted area may change throughout the course of the repairs.
Why: To safely repair the watermain break.
Note: Businesses and...
Ritson School Project: A vision for a vibrant community
Posted on Wednesday, February 12, 2025 04:56 PM
Whitby, Ontario – Exciting next steps are being considered for the Ritson School Project.
This phased redevelopment will create a vibrant community with a mix of affordable and market-rate housing. The proposed project includes 660 units, with at least 30 per cent being affordable. Approximately 500 units in four blocks will be released through Request for Proposals (RFP) under a long-term lease model.
The Region will also restore the historic Ritson School building into a community hub and create...
Lane restrictions on Phillip Murray Avenue in Oshawa
Posted on Wednesday, February 12, 2025 11:32 AM
Whitby, Ontario – The Regional Municipality of Durham is advising residents of lane restrictions on Phillip Murray Avenue (Regional Road 52) in the City of Oshawa.
When: February 18 to 28. Unfavourable weather conditions may impact the work schedule.
Where: East and westbound lane restrictions on Phillip Murray Avenue at Stevenson Road South (Regional Road 53) in Oshawa.
Why: To safely install asphalt walkways.
Note: The Region realizes that the work may be disruptive and will make every effort to...
Go from the classroom to CEO with BACD’s Summer Company program
Posted on Tuesday, February 11, 2025 11:07 AM
Whitby, Ontario – Make this summer job one of the best ever. The Business Advisory Centre Durham (BACD) is looking for ambitious and aspiring young entrepreneurs to be a part of its Summer Company program.
What: The Summer Company program grants returning students the opportunity to start and operate their own business. Successful applicants get start-up money of up to $3,000 and hands-on training, coaching and mentoring from BACD experts to get their business up and running. The Summer Company...
Supporting positive youth development: Applications open to receive funding for community projects
Posted on Tuesday, February 11, 2025 08:59 AM
Whitby, Ontario – Residents and small, not-for-profit community groups aiming to reduce violence and support positive youth development can apply for Durham Region’s Community Micro-Grants through the Building Safer Communities Grants Program.
Applications to receive funding are open, as of February 10, and should align with the Durham Region Community Safety and Well-Being (CSWB) Plan and Durham Region’s Strategic Plan. The CSWB Plan aims to support safety in communities and addresses needs...
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