Public Service Announcements

Have your say in Durham Region’s 2025 Strategic Plan

Whitby, Ontario – Work is underway to develop Durham Region’s 2025 Strategic Plan, which will guide the direction of our work over the next few years.

Your voice matters. Have your say by completing our online survey.

Elementary and secondary school students are also invited to submit an entry to our art contest. Share your vision for the future of Durham Region.

When: From March 1 to March 31, you can have your say through our community engagement survey or at one of our community engagement events.

Upcoming road closure and lane restrictions on Lambs Road in Clarington

Whitby, Ontario – The Regional Municipality of Durham is advising residents of an upcoming road closure and lane restrictions on Lambs Road in the Municipality of Clarington.

When: From March 11 to April 5, Lambs Road will be closed. After April 5, intermittent lane restrictions will be required until August 15. Unfavourable weather conditions may influence the work schedule.

Where: Lambs Road from King Street East (Regional Highway 2) to Concession Street East in Clarington.

Why: To safely install a...

Upcoming lane restrictions on Winchester Road in Whitby

Whitby, Ontario – The Regional Municipality of Durham is advising residents of upcoming lane restrictions on Winchester Road in the Town of Whitby.

When: From March 4 until July 2024. Unfavourable weather conditions may influence the work schedule.

Where: Winchester Road, between Durham Street and Watford Street/Anderson Street, in Whitby.

Why: To safely construct temporary traffic signals and roadway illumination in preparation for the reconstruction of Winchester Road.  

Note: To learn more about this...

Free tax filing help is available to residents living with low income

Whitby, Ontario – Durham Region residents who earn a low income, or who have no income, can get help with filing their taxes for free. Through tax filing, eligible residents can access benefits and credits that could put money in their pockets and help cover basic needs. There are more than 40 benefits and credits in Ontario; many can only be accessed through tax filing.

Where: Free tax clinics – including in-person, drop-off and virtual formats – are available across Durham Region. For locations...

Maximizing safety on roads in Durham region with roundabouts

Whitby, Ontario – The Regional Municipality of Durham has installed roundabouts across the region as part of the Durham Vision Zero Strategic Road Safety Action Plan. Roundabouts are designed to maximize safety and minimize delay, while reducing emissions and fuel consumption.

Where: Roundabouts are installed at intersections at various locations across the region in place of traffic control signals. Locations are selected based on a thorough assessment that ensures a roundabout is the preferred...