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.
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
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Road closure from July 2 to August 28 on Regional Road 3, from east of Townline Road to west of Enfield Road, in Clarington.
Durham Region is advising residents of upcoming lane restrictions on Island Road (Regional Road 7) in the Township of Scugog.
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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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