Public Service Announcements

Waze technology allows residents to view line painting operations in real-time

Whitby, Ontario – The Regional Municipality of Durham would like to advise residents that roadway line painting is now underway. Drivers are asked to exercise caution when approaching these vehicles. Before heading out on the road, residents can also follow line painting operations using Waze—a live traffic and navigation app.

When: Weekdays between 7 a.m. and 5 p.m., or overnight, and occasional weekends until October.

Where: The Region is responsible for roadway pavement markings on more than 2,000...

Virtual EarlyON Parent Town Hall will focus on the impact of the pandemic on young children

Whitby, Ontario – Parents and caregivers in Durham Region are invited to attend the virtual Let's Talk - EarlyON Parent Town Hall. This virtual event will focus on the impact the COVID-19 pandemic may have on young children (six years of age or younger); featuring a panel of experts to help answer questions about children’s development and health.

Registration is required to attend.

When: Thursday, June 10 from 7 to 8:30 p.m.

Where: Due to COVID-19 physical distancing measures, this event will be...

Ontario extends stay-at-home order

Whitby, Ontario – This afternoon, the Province of Ontario announced an extension of the province-wide stay-at-home order.

When: Restrictions remain in effect until at least June 2, extending the stay-at-home order by an additional two weeks.

What: For a full list of the restrictions and enforcements during the stay-at-home order, please visit ontario.ca.

COVID-19 vaccination appointments continue during the stay-at-home order. Residents are asked to continue to check the websites daily, those who need...

Durham Vision Zero Youth Network Ambassadors recruiting is underway

Whitby, Ontario – As part of our commitment to Durham Vision Zero and road safety, The Regional Municipality of Durham is happy to announce the award-winning Teens Learn to Drive (TL2D) Team is currently recruiting high school students from across Ontario, including Durham Region, to become Vision Zero Youth Network (VZYN) Ambassadors during the 2021-2022 school year.

Vision Zero Youth Network is a free program that enables selected ambassadors to work with the TL2D Team, police and other partners...

Upcoming road closures and lane restrictions on Townline Road North in Oshawa/Clarington

Whitby, Ontario – The Regional Municipality of Durham is advising residents of upcoming lane restrictions and road closures on Townline Road North on the border of the City of Oshawa and the Municipality of Clarington’s community of Courtice.

When: May 12 to May 31. Unfavourable weather conditions may influence the work schedule.

Where: Lane restrictions on Townline Road North (Regional Road 55) from Taunton Road (Regional Road 4) to Coldstream Drive, on the border of Oshawa and Courtice.

Why: To...