Public Service Announcements

Lane Restrictions on Regional Road 17 in the Municipality of Clarington

Update: Please note, the work for this project is being extended to December 31.

Whitby, Ontario – The Regional Municipality of Durham is advising residents of lane restrictions on Regional Road 17, in Newcastle, in the Municipality of Clarington. 

When: December 3 to 31. Unfavourable weather conditions may influence the work schedule.

Where: Regional Road 17 from 50 metres north of CPR Grade Separation to Monroe Street West, in Newcastle, in the Municipality of Clarington.    

Why:...

Region hosting community events; seeks input about Simcoe Street Rapid Transit Visioning Study

Whitby, Ontario – The Region of Durham and the City of Oshawa are working together on the Simcoe Street Rapid Transit Visioning Study and an Initial Business Case (IBC); seeking input from residents to help identify the most suitable form of rapid transit and associated benefits for the Simcoe Street corridor—between Highway 407 and Lakeview Park Beach.

The Simcoe Street Rapid Transit Visioning Study will guide how Simcoe Street in Oshawa will evolve and grow—with a focus on mobility, sustainability,...

Road closure on Thorah Concession Road 5 in Brock

Whitby, Ontario – The Regional Municipality of Durham is advising residents of a road closure on Thorah Concession Road 5 in the Township of Brock.

When: The closure is from November 7 to December 9. The entire construction project is anticipated to be completed by mid-July 2023. Unfavourable weather conditions may influence the work schedule.

Where: Thorah Concession Road 5, from Cedar Beach Road to Murray Street, in the Township of Brock.

Why: To safely install a watermain.

Note: The Region realizes...

Durham Region waste management facilities closed on Remembrance Day

Whitby, Ontario – The Regional Municipality of Durham is advising residents that Regional Waste Management Facilities (WMF), the Household Special Waste Depot and the Waste Management Centre will be closed on Remembrance Day.

In addition, the Waste Management Call Centre will not be answering calls or emails on Remembrance Day. The Waste Management Call Centre will reopen November 14.

When: November 11.

Where:

• Oshawa Waste Management Facility (1640 Ritson Road North, Oshawa)
• Scugog Waste Management...

Lights, camera, action! The Region of Durham to host film and television career fair

Whitby, Ontario – The Durham Region Film Commission (Film Durham) will be hosting a career fair for students and adults looking for exciting careers in the film and television industry. With new film studios opening across Canada and the Greater Toronto Area, film and television production is rising at an extraordinary rate, providing high-quality job opportunities in Durham Region and beyond.

What: Attendees will have the opportunity to meet industry professionals; visit interactive displays; experience...