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Leaf and yard waste collected weekly for the fall
Posted on Monday, September 14, 2020 01:53 PM
Whitby, Ontario – The Regional Municipality of Durham, Works Department would like to advise residents that the frequency of leaf and yard waste collection will change to weekly for the fall season in the City of Pickering, the Municipality of Clarington, the Town of Ajax, and the townships of Brock, Scugog and Uxbridge.
When: Starting the week of September 21 in Ajax and Clarington, and starting the week of September 28 in Pickering, Brock, Scugog and Uxbridge, leaf and yard waste will be collected...
New Beaverton development to bring supportive housing to north Durham
Posted on Thursday, September 10, 2020 08:47 AM
Whitby, Ontario – In support of Durham Region’s housing plan, At Home In Durham, a new modular housing development is coming to Beaverton to provide approximately 50 supportive housing units, and offer needed community services to north Durham.
Supportive housing provides a stepping stone; paving the foundation for residents to live with dignity and pursue a future with opportunities previously out of reach. With on-site access to wrap-around services that promote life stabilization, this proven...
Durham Region Transit offers free PRESTO cards with minimum $6.50 purchase
Posted on Thursday, September 10, 2020 08:15 AM
Whitby, Ontario – To encourage the transition to contactless fare payment, Durham Region Transit (DRT) will waive the $6 activation fee for those who load a minimum of $6.50 on their card at the time of purchase – the equivalent of two single ride PRESTO taps – through to the end of 2020.
When: PRESTO cards will be available starting September 13, 2020.
Where: Customers can pick up a free PRESTO card, with a minimum purchase of $6.50, at the following DRT points of sale:
Lane restrictions at Rossland Road West and Westney Road North intersection in Ajax
Posted on Wednesday, September 09, 2020 02:58 PM
Whitby, Ontario – The Regional Municipality of Durham is advising residents of lane restrictions at the intersection of Rossland Road West and Westney Road North (Regional Road 31) in Ajax.
When: September 14 to 17 (daytime only from 7 a.m. to 6 p.m.). Unfavourable weather conditions may influence the work schedule.
Where: The intersection of Rossland Road West and Westney Road North in the Town of Ajax.
Why: To safely modify an existing watermain valve chamber.
Note: The Region realizes that the...
Durham Region welcomes major announcements from Amazon
Posted on Wednesday, September 09, 2020 01:01 PM
Whitby, Ontario – The following statement is being issued on behalf of John Henry, Regional Chair and Chief Executive Officer for The Regional Municipality of Durham:
“In 2019, Durham Region issued an invitation to Amazon: remain open to discussions about future opportunities in our community.
As a location shortlisted for Amazon HQ2, Durham continued to showcase its passion for innovation, rich cultural heritage, talented workforce, outstanding post-secondary options, and affordable real...
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