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Lane restrictions on Simcoe Street North in the City of Oshawa

Whitby, Ontario – Durham Region is advising residents of upcoming lane restrictions on Simcoe Street North (Regional Road 2) in Oshawa.

When: October 14 to November 14. Unfavourable weather conditions may impact the work schedule.

Where: Northbound lane restrictions will be in place on Simcoe Street North, from Bond Street to Richmond Street, in the City of Oshawa.  

Why: To safely remove a water service and install new streetscaping in support of new development.

Note: The Region realizes that the work...

Vendors! Showcase your business at the Durham Region Disability Employment Conference

Whitby, Ontario – Durham Region, in partnership with Ontario Tech University and Town of Whitby, is offering vendors who provide services, products or solutions that support the disability community an opportunity to take part in the Durham Region Disability Employment Conference. This event focuses on advancing inclusive employment practices, driving innovation and building opportunity.

When: October 31, from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Where: Ajax Convention Centre, 550 Beck Crescent, Ajax

Why: By participating...

Upcoming road closure on Riverside Drive in Ajax

Whitby, Ontario – The Regional Municipality of Durham is advising residents of a road closure on Riverside Drive in Ajax.

Where: Riverside Drive, from Rossland Road West to Delaney Drive in the Town of Ajax. Access will still be available to Riverside Golf Club from the south.

When: September 29 to October 10. Unfavourable weather conditions may impact the work schedule.

Why: To service five lots along Riverside Drive and support development. The road closure will help increase safety for road users,...

Protecting biodiversity and wetlands: Funding secured to battle invasive Phragmites

Whitby, Ontario – Durham Region has received a one-time grant of $45,000 through the Invasive Phragmites Control Fund (IPCF)—part of the Ontario Phragmites Action program (OPA)—to support efforts in managing and reducing the spread of invasive Phragmites australis. The funding is made possible thanks to the Ontario Ministry of Natural Resources and is coordinated by the Invasive Species Centre and Nature Conservancy of Canada.

Invasive Phragmites is a perennial grass that spreads aggressively,...

Give your batteries a new life: recycle your batteries the week of October 6

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 October 6.

When: Fall battery collection occurs from October 6 to 10 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...