New municipal well drilling in Port Perry

The Regional Municipality of Durham is advising residents near 12235 Simcoe Street in the Township of Scugog of upcoming construction of a new water supply well to augment the water supply for the Community of Port Perry.

When: February 17 until September 30, 2026

Where: 12235 Simcoe Street, in the Township of Scugog

Why: Residents and businesses in the vicinity of the well drilling site will notice increased traffic accessing the site and may experience increased noise levels due to the construction.  Municipal and private drinking water quality and supply is not anticipated to be impacted during this time.

Initial drilling activities will be carried out during the week of February 16, 2026.  The construction of the well is expected to begin in late March and continue into May.  It is expected that testing of the well will be completed in September 2026.

The Region regrets any inconvenience this may cause and thanks residents for their understanding. This construction will be conducted in accordance with the Township of Scugog Noise By-Law number 50-22.