Public Service Announcements

Blue Box recycling collection schedule changes in Oshawa and Whitby due to Victoria Day long weekend

Whitby, Ontario – The Regional Municipality of Durham advises Oshawa and Whitby residents of changes to upcoming curbside blue box collection due to the Victoria Day long weekend.

When: May 18 to 23

Where: The City of Oshawa and Town of Whitby residents will temporarily have their blue box collection moved to the following day.

Residents with collection scheduled for Monday, May 18 will temporarily have their collection moved to Tuesday, May 19. This shift will continue throughout the week, ending...

Virtual PASS Case Management event to highlight community resources

Whitby, Ontario – The Regional Municipality of Durham is hosting a virtual Prompt Access to Single Session (PASS) Case Management event where adults (18 years of age or older) with a developmental disability and/or their caregivers can speak directly with an experienced and knowledgeable case manager. Registration is required to attend.

When: May 21

Where: In light of the COVID-19 physical distancing measures, this event will be held virtually.

Why: Many adults with a developmental disability, and/or...

Don’t let windy weather litter your neighbourhood

Whitby, Ontario - The Regional Municipality of Durham would like to remind residents and businesses to help reduce litter in the community on waste collection days. Recyclables set out at the curb for Blue Box collection, including containers and paper materials, can blow away during windy weather if not set out correctly. Leaving blue box litter in your neighbourhood, parks, and along the streets is detrimental to the environment and safety of the community.  

Follow these tips to help keep waste...

Lane restrictions on Anderson Street in Whitby

Whitby, Ontario – The Regional Municipality of Durham advises residents of lane restrictions on Anderson Street (Regional Road 36) in the Town of Whitby. 

When: Ongoing to ­­­­June 12. Unfavourable weather conditions may influence the work schedule.

Where: Anderson Street, from 85 m south of Crawforth Street to Rossland Road (Regional Road 28), in Whitby.

Why: Road rehabilitation. 

Note: Drivers are asked to exercise caution for the safety of pedestrians, cyclists and work crews. Please also be advised,...

Road closure of Winchester Road East in Oshawa

Whitby, Ontario – The Regional Municipality of Durham advises residents of a road closure of Winchester Road East (Regional Road 3) in the City of Oshawa.

When: May 19 to 21. Unfavourable weather conditions may influence the work schedule.

Where: Winchester Road East, immediately east and west of Simcoe Street. 

Why: To safely place surface asphalt.  

Note: Drivers are asked to exercise caution for the safety of pedestrians, cyclists and work crews. Please also be advised, in response to COVID-19 the...