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Give your batteries new life: Recycle your batteries during the week of April 28

Whitby, Ontario – Don't let your old batteries go to waste! The Region of Durham is calling on residents to recycle their used household batteries by placing them on top of their closed Green Bin during collection days the week of April 28.

When: Spring battery collection occurs from April 28 to May 2 on Green Bin collection days.

Where: Households across Durham Region who currently receive curbside collection services.

Why: Batteries are not garbage – up to 92 per cent of battery components are...

Upcoming lane restrictions on Bayly Street in Ajax

Whitby, Ontario – The Region of Durham is advising residents of upcoming lane restrictions on Bayly Street (Regional Road 22) in the Town of Ajax.   

Where: Bayly Street, at the intersection of Bayly Street and Church Street South and from 200 metres west to 500 metres east of Church Street South, in Ajax.

When: April 14 to June 30. Unfavourable weather conditions may influence the work schedule.

Why: To create a centre median island on Bayly Street, lengthen the eastbound and westbound right-turn lanes...

We want your input! 2026-2030 Multi-Year Accessibility Plan survey

Whitby, Ontario – The Region of Durham is committed to an inclusive and accessible community for everyone. Help us shape Durham Region’s future!

We invite all residents to complete the 2026 to 2030 Multi-Year Accessibility Plan survey.

By participating in the survey, you will help identify and address barriers to accessibility in the Region’s services, programs and facilities. Your input will help to create a plan that reflects the diverse needs of all residents in Durham Region.

When: Survey opens...

Compost Giveaway events are being held across the region from April 26 to May 31

Whitby, Ontario – The Regional Municipality of Durham has teamed up with the local area municipalities to offer free compost to residents at special events taking place across the region.

When and where:

Saturday, April 26 from 8 a.m. to noon (rain or shine)

• Ajax Operations Centre, 800 Salem Road North, Ajax

Saturday, May 3 from 8 a.m. to noon (rain or shine)

• Lakeview Park (parking lot) Kluane Avenue, Oshawa
• Clarington Operations Depot 42, 178 Darlington-Clarke Townline Road, Bowmanville (south of...

Upcoming lane restrictions on Westney Road South and Bayly Street in Ajax

This PSA has been updated to reflect the most recent information.

Whitby, Ontario – The Region of Durham is advising residents of upcoming lane restrictions at the Westney Road South and Bayly Street intersection in the Town of Ajax.  

Where: The intersection of Westney Road South (Regional Road 31) and Bayly Street (Regional Road 22) to 220 metres north of the intersection. Only the southbound curb lane is affected.

When: April 14 to June 20, 2025. Unfavourable weather conditions may impact the work...