Public Service Announcements

Upcoming road closure on Elm Street in Oshawa

Whitby, Ontario – The Regional Municipality of Durham is advising residents and businesses of an upcoming road closure on Elm Street, in the City of Oshawa.

When: June 6 to June 14. Unfavourable weather conditions may influence the work schedule.

Where: Elm Street will be closed at Simcoe Street South. Access to Elm Street from Celina is restricted to local traffic only during this time. Lane restrictions remain ongoing on Simcoe Street South.

Why: This work is part of the Simcoe Street South Road...

Annual roadway line painting operations begin

Whitby, Ontario – The Regional Municipality of Durham would like to advise residents that roadway line painting is starting. Drivers are asked to exercise caution when approaching these vehicles. Before heading out on the road, residents can follow line painting operations in real time using live traffic and navigation apps.

When: Operations are taking place primarily on weekdays between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m., with occasional weekend and nighttime operations, from June to November.

Where: The Region is...

Join the Bike Month Celebrations in Durham Region!

Whitby, Ontario – The Region of Durham, in partnership with area municipalities and community partners, invites residents to celebrate Bike Month this June by taking part in a series of fun and educational cycling activities throughout the region. From June 1 to 30, residents are encouraged to explore Durham’s unique landscapes and scenic trails while practising safe cycling.

Where: Visit durham.ca/BikeMonth to register for a series of interactive and fun local activities including the Bike Month...

Youth Pride Durham Returns June 22!

Whitby, Ontario – Youth Pride Durham returns on June 22 for a vibrant afternoon full of fun, music, dancing and food.

This free celebration will feature electrifying live performances from Sofonda and Wilma; catchy tunes from DJ Psi; as well as face painting, a photo booth and resource village! Bring your reusable water bottles, and stay hydrated at our water station.

Durham Alliance Outreach, the only 2SLGBTQI+ food pantry in the region, will be on-site collecting donations. You are encouraged to...

Lane restrictions on Champlain Avenue in the Town of Whitby

Whitby, Ontario – The Regional Municipality of Durham is advising residents of lane restrictions on Champlain Avenue (Regional Road 25A) in the Town of Whitby.

When: June 3 to July 19. Unfavourable weather conditions may impact the work schedule.

Where: Lane restrictions will be in place on Champlain Avenue, from 780 metres west of Thornton Road South (Regional Road 52) to one kilometre west of Thornton Road South, in the Town of Whitby.

Why: The lane restrictions will be in place for the safe...