News Releases

Metrolinx confirms GO Lakeshore East Rail Extension decision

Whitby, Ontario – The following statement is being issued on behalf of John Henry, Regional Chair and Chief Executive Officer for The Regional Municipality of Durham; Dan Carter, Mayor of the City of Oshawa; and Adrian Foster, Mayor of the Municipality of Clarington:

“Today, the Metrolinx Board of Directors endorsed the GO East Rail Extension through Oshawa to Bowmanville in Clarington, featuring four new station stops located along the Canadian Pacific mainline north of Highway 401.

These stations—located...

Automated speed enforcement cameras turn on in 90 days

Whitby, Ontario – Beginning this week, the Region of Durham will be installing automated speed enforcement (ASE) signage on Durham roadways, advising drivers that speed cameras will begin operation in 90 days.

“We are ready to roll out automated speed enforcement, an effective tool to get drivers to slow down and drive with care,” says Ramesh Jagannathan, Director of Transportation and Field Services for Durham Region. “As part of Durham Vision Zero’s goal to eliminate fatalities and serious injuries...

GO East Extension will keep Durham on the right track

Whitby, Ontario – The following statement is being issued on behalf of John Henry, Regional Chair and Chief Executive Officer for The Regional Municipality of Durham:

“Today, Durham Region remains on the right track. We are pleased to see the GO east expansion moving ahead; offering an option that meets the needs of our growing communities.

Metrolinx has confirmed a route—north of Highway 401—that will provide rail service from Union Station (in Toronto) to Thornton’s Corners, a central station in...

Durham Region’s two-stream Blue Box recycling program

Whitby, Ontario – Have you ever wondered why you’re asked to separate paper and containers loosely into different blue boxes and not bags when recycling? It’s because Durham Region uses a two-stream Blue Box recycling program, which helps to keep paper products clean and protects their value.

“Our collection vehicles have two separate compartments for paper and containers,” explains Mirka Januszkiewicz, Director of Waste Management Services. “We have a Blue Box recycling program that separates loose...

Region of Durham declares climate emergency and commits to additional action

Whitby, Ontario – Today, Durham Regional Council voted to declare a climate emergency and accelerate action towards a low-carbon, climate-resilient region. This declaration recognizes environmental sustainability and climate change as strategic priorities in Durham Region’s Strategic Plan and as a factor in the decisions of Regional Council.

“When it comes to addressing climate change, Durham Region continues to step up to the challenge,” said John Henry, Regional Chair and Chief Executive Officer....