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Our online tool provides details on road construction projects in Durham
Posted on Tuesday, June 09, 2026 11:06 AM
Our searchable Projects and Studies tool provides current information about road construction projects taking place in Durham Region. With this tool, you can find details on specific Regional public works projects that are planned or currently underway.
To protect the safety of workers, other drivers, pedestrians and cyclists, all drivers are reminded to slow down and proceed with caution through construction zones or areas where workers are present.
Check out our Projects and Studies tool at
Safely cross the street with pedestrian crossovers
Posted on Tuesday, June 09, 2026 09:00 AM
Pedestrian crossovers make it safer and easier for pedestrians to cross the street. These locations are designated using special pavement markings, specific signage and sometimes flashing lights.
Drivers, pedestrians and cyclists all have a responsibility to help everyone to safely navigate pedestrian crossovers.
Drivers:
- Come to a complete stop to comply with the "stop for pedestrians" sign, proceed with caution and watch for pedestrians and cyclists.
- Remain stopped until pedestrians have...
Learn about the 600 Townline development project
Posted on Monday, June 08, 2026 12:48 PM
Learn about the 600 Townline Road community housing development project.
Housing Durham is hosting a drop-in open house to share updates about the 600 Townline Road community housing development project.
This is your opportunity to learn about the proposed plans, ask questions and find out how the project is progressing.
Whether you're a resident, business owner or just curious, we invite you to learn more at the open house.
Date: Monday, June 15
Time: 5 to 7 p.m.
Location: 600 Townline Road, Oshawa
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Got green goals? Environment Days are back!
Posted on Monday, June 08, 2026 10:00 AM
Mark your calendar and join us! Residents are invited to drop off items for reuse, recycling and safe disposal at our upcoming Environment Days:
- Saturday, June 13 from 8 a.m. to noon (rain or shine)
Whitby Operations Centre, 333 McKinney Drive, Whitby
- Saturday, August 22 from 8 a.m. to noon (rain or shine)
Rick MacLeish Memorial Community Centre, 91 Elliot Street, Cannington
- Saturday, October 3 from 8 a.m. to noon (rain or shine)
Municipal Boat Launch (parking lot), 2 Old Rail Lane, Port Perry
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Upcoming road closure on Bloor Street in Courtice
Posted on Monday, June 08, 2026 09:26 AM
Whitby, Ontario – The Region of Durham is advising residents of an upcoming road closure on Bloor Street in the community of Courtice in the Municipality of Clarington.
When: From June 22 to July 3. Unfavourable weather conditions may influence the work schedule.
Where: Full road closure on Bloor Street, from Courtice Road to 45 metres east of Courtice Road, in the Municipality of Clarington. Detour routes will be posted.
Why: To safely install a sanitary sewer main in support of new development.
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