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Upcoming lane restrictions on Stellar Drive in Whitby

Whitby, Ontario – The Regional Municipality of Durham is advising residents of lane restrictions on Stellar Drive (Regional Road 25) in the Town of Whitby.

When: November 19 to December 5. Unfavourable weather conditions may impact the work schedule.

Where: East and westbound lane restrictions on Stellar Drive, from 850 metres west of Thornton Road South (Regional Road 52) to one kilometre west of Thornton Road South, in Whitby.

Why: To safely install water services and construct entrances in support...

Reconciliation through remembrance: Honouring brave heroes on Indigenous Veterans Day

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:

“Today (November 8) on Indigenous Veterans Day, we honour the courage, strength and sacrifices of First Nations, Inuit, and Métis Veterans who have served in times of war, conflict and peace.

For generations, Indigenous Peoples have answered the call to defend this land—from the First and Second World Wars to Korea, Afghanistan and...

Blackstock residents asked to conserve water

Whitby, Ontario – The Regional Municipality of Durham would like to advise residents and businesses that water conservation measures will be in effect for municipal water supply users in the Hamlet of Blackstock in the Township of Scugog.

When: November 10 to December 11. Unfavourable weather conditions may impact the work schedule.

Where: Blackstock, in the Township of Scugog.

Why: Ongoing upgrades and construction at the Blackstock municipal well site. The water conservation measures are necessary...

The Energy from Waste-Waste Management Advisory Committee Meeting #58

EFW-WMAC
Meeting #58

The Energy from Waste-Waste Management Advisory Committee (EFW-WMAC) Meeting #58 will be held on Tuesday, November 25, 2025, from 7 to 9 p.m. The meeting agenda is available on our Events Calendar page.

The public may view the EFW-WMAC meeting via live streaming online at durham.ca/live.

For more information, please contact The Regional Municipality of Durham, Works Department:

Sheila Risorto
1-800-372-1102 ext. 2195
EFW-WMAC@durham.ca 
DurhamYorkWaste.ca
durham.ca

2026 Region of Durham Business Plans and Budgets

Durham Regional Council will consider the proposed 2026 Property Tax Supported Business Plans and Budget, and the Water Supply and Sanitary Sewerage Business Plans and Budget, including the 2026 water and sanitary sewer user rates and other related fees and charges, at the following Committee meeting:

Special Committee of the Whole Meeting

Thursday, December 11, 2025 at 9:30 a.m.; and
Friday, December 12, 2025 at 9:30 a.m. (if required)
 Council Chambers
Durham Regional Headquarters
605 Rossland Road...