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  • Image shows an election sign with the word “Vote!” on it, and white text next to the sign that states “Election sign recycling, durham.ca/wmf #DurhamWaste.
    Durham candidates can recycle election signs for free

    Durham Region’s Sign Recycling Program provides election candidates the opportunity to recycle dedicated loads of corrugated plastic signs at the Region’s waste management facilities, free of charge.
    October 19, 2026
  • A photo of construction workers on a road with a light blue filter over it and white text reading #DurhamRoads Lane restrictions.
    Road rehabilitation on Regional Highway 47 in Scugog

    Road rehabilitation work is underway on Regional Highway 47 in Scugog from 230 metres east of Lake Ridge Road (Regional Road 23) to 250 metres west of Highway 12. Temporary daily lane restrictions will be in place throughout construction from October 19, 2026, to June 30, 2027, to support culvert replacement, ditching improvements, asphalt resurfacing and paving work.
    October 19, 2026
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    New pedestrian crossover at the intersection of Major Oaks Road and Wildwood Crescent
    A new pedestrian crossover is being installed at the intersection of Major Oaks Road and Wildwood Crescent in Pickering to improve road safety for people walking, cycling and driving. Construction is ongoing, and the pedestrian crossover is expected to be operational by the end of 2026 as part of Durham Vision Zero.
    October 16, 2026
  • New protected left-turn signal at intersection with left-turn arrow; text reading New protected left-turn signals durham.ca/VisionZero #DurhamVisionZero
    New protected left-turn signals at Brock Road and Taunton Road intersection in Pickering

    In support of Durham Vision Zero, The Regional Municipality of Durham is installing new protected left-turn signals for all directions of traffic at the intersection of Brock Road (Regional Road 1) and Taunton Road (Regional Road 4) in the City of Pickering.  

    Protected left-turn signals use a dedicated green arrow to allow drivers to turn left only when oncoming traffic is stopped. By reducing the risk of collisions between left-turning and oncoming vehicles, these signals help improve safety at intersections.  
    October 16, 2026
  • New traffic control signals being installed at the intersection of Brock Road (Regional Road 1) at Usman Road in Pickering
    New traffic control signals are being installed at the intersection of Brock Road (Regional Road 1) and Usman Road in Pickering to improve safety for motorists and pedestrians. Construction is ongoing until December 2026, with the signals expected to be operational by the end of the year as part of Durham Vision Zero's commitment to reducing serious injuries and fatalities on Durham roadways.
    October 16, 2026
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    Notice of Construction: Hanover Court, Town of Whitby
    October 15, 2026
  • New protected left-turn signal at intersection with left-turn arrow; text reading New protected left-turn signals durham.ca/VisionZero #DurhamVisionZero
    New protected left-turn signals in Clarington and Oshawa

    In support of Durham Vision Zero, The Regional Municipality of Durham is installing new protected left-turn signals at two intersections in the City of Oshawa and Municipality of Clarington.  

    Protected left-turn signals use a dedicated green arrow to allow drivers to turn left only when oncoming traffic is stopped. By reducing the risk of collisions between left-turning and oncoming vehicles, these signals help improve safety at intersections. 
    October 14, 2026
  • A photo of construction workers on a road with a light blue filter over it and white text reading #DurhamRoads Lane restrictions.
    Lane restrictions and temporary lane closures on Westney Road North in Ajax

    Upcoming lane restrictions from October 14 to 19 on Westney Road North (Regional Road 31) in the Town of Ajax. Lane restrictions will be in place for the safe replacement of a culvert, ditching improvements and paving work. As construction progresses, temporary lane closures will be required to complete the final asphalt surface.  One lane will remain open at all times with traffic control personnel in place to direct traffic. 
    October 13, 2026
  • Brick wall and road with blue overlay and text that reads, “World Homeless Day.”
    More than shelter: building a system of support

    In honour of World Homeless Day on October 10, the Region of Durham is raising awareness, showing support, and continuing to address and eliminate barriers to accessing safe, affordable housing.
    October 10, 2026
  • DRIFF in black bold letters with a red film strip on the right with 10 Years in white bold font
    DRIFF turns 10 with a lineup worth celebrating

    The Durham Region International Film Festival (DRIFF) celebrates a decade of film and storytelling with a new lineup of Canadian and international films and special events at venues across the region.

    There’s more to experience than what’s on screen at DRIFF’s 10th anniversary celebration from October 22 to 24.
    October 09, 2026

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