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Road closure and lane restrictions on Farewell Street in Oshawa

Whitby, Ontario – The Regional Municipality of Durham is advising residents and businesses of upcoming lane restrictions and a road closure on Farewell Street (Regional Road 56) in the City of Oshawa.

When: Road closure will be from May 18 to December 2026. Construction for the entire project is expected to be finished by September 2027. Unfavourable weather conditions may impact the work schedule.

Where: A road closure will be in place on Farewell Street while maintaining access to local traffic, from...

Regional service impacts in observance of Victoria Day

Whitby, Ontario – The Region of Durham is advising residents of impacts to Regional programs and services in observance of Victoria Day.  

When and where: The following programs and/or services will be impacted due to Victoria Day (May 18).  

• All Durham Regional facilities will be closed, including Regional Headquarters in Whitby; Provincial Offences Courts and offices, Ontario Works Office, and Child Care and Early Years Division Office, as well as all Regional front counters. 
• Directly Operated Child...

Celebrate Pride with Youth Pride Durham

Whitby, Ontario – Youth Pride Durham is back on Saturday, June 13. Everyone is invited to take part in this free friendly and inclusive event for 2SLGBTQI+ children, youth, families, and allies, as we honour diversity, strengthen connections, and highlight the supports available across Durham Region.

The Resource Village

The event’s Resource Village will feature local organizations and agencies sharing information about programs and services. Attendees will have the opportunity to learn, ask...

Learn about the vision for the Malaga Road redevelopment

Housing Durham is hosting a drop-in open house to share updates about the community housing redevelopment on Malaga Road in Oshawa.

This is your opportunity to learn about the proposed plans, ask questions and find out how the project is progressing.

Whether you're a resident, business owner or just curious, we invite you to learn more about the future of Malaga Road in Oshawa.

Date: Wednesday, May 27

Time: 5 to 7 p.m.

Location: South Oshawa Community Centre (1455 Cedar Street, Oshawa)

Visit durham...

Upcoming lane restrictions on Island Road in Scugog

Whitby, Ontario – Durham Region is advising residents of upcoming lane restrictions on Island Road (Regional Road 7) in the Township of Scugog. 

When: May 19 to June 2026. Unfavourable weather conditions may impact the work schedule. 

Where: Lane restrictions will be in place on Island Road from Fralicks Beach Road to Hood Drive in Scugog.   

Why: To safely rehabilitate the road.   

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