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New animated video helps to increase awareness of KI tablets in Durham Region

Whitby, Ontario – To help increase awareness of the availability of KI tablets, Durham Region Health Department has developed a new animated video, which encourages residents living within 10-kilometres of the Region’s two nuclear generating stations in Pickering and Darlington to get their supply of KI tablets. Entitled, “Got Yours?”, the video can be viewed on the Health Department’s YouTube channel at youtube.com/DurhamHealth.

“If you live or work near Durham Region’s two nuclear generating...

Region to host Community Engagement Session for 1635 Dundas

Whitby, Ontario – The Regional Municipality of Durham will be hosting a Community Engagement Session, on Tuesday, October 3, for residents to hear a presentation, ask questions and share ideas for 1635 Dundas. Community feedback is essential in helping shape the services provided at this location; its positive path forward.

Please note: Registration will be required to attend the session in person, due to limited capacity. Sign up information is provided below. The session will be live streamed...

Upcoming road closure on Olive Avenue at Simcoe Street South in Oshawa

Whitby, Ontario – The Regional Municipality of Durham is advising residents and businesses of an upcoming road closure on Olive Avenue at Simcoe Street South in the City of Oshawa.

When: The closure will be on September 18 and 19. Current lane restrictions in place on Simcoe Street South will continue until fall 2024. Unfavourable weather conditions may impact the work schedule.

Where: The closure will be on Olive Avenue (Regional Road 59) at Simcoe Street South (Regional Road 2) in Oshawa. There will...

Join us at a Public Information Centre for the Cycling Wayfinding and Signage Strategy

Whitby, Ontario – The Regional Municipality of Durham is making it easier to navigate Durham Region on your bike with the development of a Cycling Wayfinding and Signage Strategy. This initiative will create new visually consistent signs to help residents and visitors navigate the cycling network. The Region is holding a virtual Public Information Centre (PIC) for the new Cycling Wayfinding and Signage Strategy. The goal of this project is to provide users of all ages and abilities with a...

Upcoming lane restrictions on Taunton Road West in Whitby

Whitby, Ontario – The Regional Municipality of Durham is advising residents of lane restrictions on Taunton Road West (Regional Road 4) in the Town of Whitby. 

When: September 18 to the end of October. Unfavourable weather conditions may influence the work schedule.

Where: Intersection of Taunton Road West and Coronation Road, in Whitby.

Why: To safely install traffic lights and complete boulevard and curb work.

Note: The Region realizes that the work may be disruptive and will make every effort to...