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  • Megaphones with text reading, “Important Announcement: Tires will not be accepted at Durham Region’s Waste Management Facilities until further notice. For recycling locations, visit: rpra.ca/where-to-recycle.
    Tires not accepted at Waste Management Facilities until further notice

    The Region of Durham is suspending the acceptance of tires at all of our Waste Management Facilities (WMFs) due to an overstock. The suspension on the acceptance of tires will be in place until current site stockpiles are reduced.

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    Health Department advises residents to prepare for the first extended heat warning of 2026

    Durham Region Health Department is reporting that Environment and Climate Change Canada (ECCC) has issued the first heat warning of 2026 for north and south Durham Region. A multi-day orange level heat event is expected and anticipated to continue until Friday, and possibly into Saturday. The hottest days are expected to be Wednesday and Thursday, with maximum temperatures of 34 to 36 degrees Celsius.

    A yellow level heat warning is issued when weather conditions are short-term and may cause health impacts. Escalation to an orange level heat warning occurs when high temperatures and humidity are likely to cause significant health impacts or if the heat event lasts several days.

  •  Image of Regional Headquarters with text stating, “Service Disruption notice, durham.ca/ServiceDisruptions.
    Regional service impacts during the Canada Day 2026 holiday
    The Regional Municipality of Durham is advising residents of service disruptions on July 1 in observance of Canada Day. Most Regional offices and services will be closed, including Headquarters, Ontario Works locations, Family Services Durham, child care centres, and several Health Department programs. Durham Region Transit will operate on a weekend schedule, with some customer service hours modified. While most services are impacted, homelessness support and select online services will remain available.
  • Have your say Public Information Centre for Ritson Road North in Oshawa; In person: June 24 from 6 to 8:30 p.m.; Kedron United Church; 1995 Ritson Road North; Online June 25 to July 24; durham.ca/RitsonRoadEA
    Share your thoughts at the Public Information Centre for Ritson Road North in Oshawa

    The Region of Durham is inviting the public to share their questions or comments on the recommended design for the reconstruction and widening of Ritson Road North (Regional Road 16) from north of Taunton Road (Regional Road 4) to south of Conlin Road over the length of 1.75 kilometres in the City of Oshawa. 

    An in-person PIC will be held for residents to review the presentation and provide feedback:

    June 24, 2026, from 6 to 8:30 p.m.
    Kedron United Church (1995 Ritson Road North) in Oshawa

  • A photo of Trulls Road. Text reads: Construction Notice. Trulls Road, Courtice, durham.ca/TrullsSewerBloortoAdelaide.
    Upcoming lane restrictions on Trulls Road in Courtice

    Lane restrictions from July 6 to December 31, 2028 on Trulls Road, from 100 metres south of Bloor Street to Adelaide Avenue, in Courtice to safely construct a trunk sanitary sewer. Businesses will remain open. Multiple road closures will also be required throughout the duration of this project.

  • A pylon on a road, with a dark blue filter over top and white text that reads #DurhamRoads Lane restrictions
    Upcoming lane restrictions on Regional Road 8 in Uxbridge

    Upcoming lane restrictions from June 29 to July 13 on Regional Road 8 at Siloam Bridge, between Concession Road 2 and Concession Road 3, in Township of Uxbridge to safely complete road surface paving.

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    Honouring Indigenous cultures, traditions and leadership on Indigenous Peoples Day

    Regional Chair and CEO of The Regional Municipality of Durham, John Henry, recognizes the summer solstice as a time of renewal and connection, which in Canada also coincides with National Indigenous Peoples Day—a celebration of First Nations, Inuit, and Métis histories, cultures and communities. He reflects with gratitude on Indigenous stewardship and emphasizes the importance of listening, learning and working together to build strong, inclusive communities for generations to come.

  • A photo of a green bin, garbage bags and blue bins at the curb with a blue filter and text reading #DurhamWaste Collection Changes
    Waste collection changes for Canada Day

    Reminder for #DurhamRegion residents! Upcoming changes for waste collection due to the Canada Day holiday:  

    Curbside collection will be shifted one day the week of July 1 in Town of Ajax, Township of Brock, Clarington, City of Pickering, Township of Scugog and Township of Uxbridge.  

    The #DurhamWaste Management Facilities in the townships of Brock and Scugog, and the City of Oshawa, and the Household Special Waste Depot in Clarington will be closed Wednesday, July 1. Regular operating hours will resume Thursday, July 2. 

  • The MSIFN and Region of Durham logos on a green background with heart and sun graphics in all four corners.
    Mississaugas of Scugog Island First Nation and the Region of Durham strengthen partnership through national community economic development initiative

    Mississaugas of Scugog Island First Nation and the Region of Durham continue work to build a stronger, more connected future.

    Together, we’re participating in the national Community Economic Development Initiative program to advance shared priorities in economic development, clean energy, land stewardship, and cultural initiatives.

  • A graphic image of a trail with a closure barrier. Text reads, “Trail closure, durham.ca/WorksProjects.
    Multi-use trail closure and detour in Ajax

    From June 22 until December 31, pedestrian and cyclist access to the multi-use trail within the Southwood Drive Sanitary Sewage Pumping Station easement will be closed and detoured via Clements Road in the Town of Ajax.

Contact Us

The Regional Municipality of Durham
605 Rossland Road East
Whitby, Ontario Canada L1N 6A3

Telephone: 311 (within region limits)
Telephone: 905-668-7711
Toll-Free: 1-800-372-1102

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