News

Road closure on Whites Road in the City of Pickering

*This content has been updated with the most recent information available.

Whitby, Ontario – Durham Region is advising residents of a road closure on Whites Road (Regional Road 38) in the City of Pickering.

When: April 22 to 23. Unfavourable weather conditions may impact the work schedule.

Where: Road closure will be in place on Whites Road, from Taunton Road (Regional Road 4) to Finch Avenue (Regional Road 27), in the City of Pickering.  

Why: To allow for the repair of railroad tracks at the Canadian...

Compost Giveaways are being held across the region from April 25 to May 30

Whitby, Ontario – To thank residents for their participation in leaf and yard waste collection programs, Durham Region is once again partnering with local municipalities to provide free compost at special events across the region.

When and where:

Saturday, April 25 from 8 a.m. to noon (rain or shine)

• Ajax Operations Centre, 800 Salem Road North, Ajax
• Lakeview Park (parking lot) Kluane Avenue, Oshawa

Saturday, May 2 from 8 a.m. to noon (rain or shine)

• Whitby Operations Centre, 333 McKinney Drive,...

Water distribution system cleaning in Newcastle

The Region of Durham has contracted IQ Environmental to clean the watermains in Newcastle as part of our regular water supply system maintenance program.

The cleaning program will be performed between May 4 and 29, 2026.

Residents will receive a hand-delivered notice 24 to 48 hours prior to the start of the cleaning operation on their street. The work will be carried out in an efficient manner with the least possible inconvenience to residents. You are advised to keep a supply of water on hand...

Water distribution system cleaning in Greenbank

The Region of Durham has contracted IQ Environmental to clean the watermains in Greenbank as part of our regular water supply system maintenance program.

The cleaning program will be performed between April 27 and 29, 2026.

Residents will receive a hand-delivered notice 24 to 48 hours prior to the start of the cleaning operation on their street. The work will be carried out in an efficient manner with the least possible inconvenience to residents. You are advised to keep a supply of water on hand...

Save energy and money at Durham’s Home Energy and Electric Vehicle Expo

Whitby, Ontario – Looking for quick and helpful ways to make your home more energy-efficient? Open to everyone in the community, Durham Region’s free Home Energy and Electric Vehicle (EV) Expo offers a clear, fact-based look at electrification–covering heat pumps, home retrofits, solar options and more–while helping residents learn more about available rebates, grants and incentive programs.

Who: Hosted by the Region of Durham.

Where: Regional Headquarters, 605 Rossland Road East, in Whitby.

When: