Public Service Announcements

Draft Regional Natural Heritage System map available for comment

Whitby, Ontario – Based on consultation with and data from the province, area municipalities and conservation authorities, the Region of Durham has developed a map identifying the draft Regional Natural Heritage System (NHS) and is inviting the public and agencies to comment. This map is a key component of Envision Durham, which is the Municipal Comprehensive Review of the Regional Official Plan.

Why: Identification of an NHS is required for the Regional Official Plan to be consistent with provincial...

Weight restriction season on regional roads beginning March 1

Whitby, Ontario – The Regional Municipality of Durham and local area municipalities restrict the operation of motor vehicles on designated roads during the spring weight restriction season, as per the Highway Traffic Act and Regional By-law 26-2018. This affects vehicles that are heavier than 5,000 kilograms or five tonnes per axle.

When: March 1 to April 30. The actual final day may be adjusted following periodic reviews of road and weather conditions at the end of weight restriction season.

Where:...

Durham Region and community partners host International Women’s Day virtual event #BreakTheBias

Whitby, Ontario – March 7 is the exciting virtual celebration of International Women’s Day in Durham Region. The Region’s International Women’s Day Committee is hosting a virtual event that will celebrate the achievements of women in the community. This year’s theme is #BreakTheBias.

The event will feature keynote speaker, Chief Kelly LaRocca of the Mississaugas of Scugog Island First Nation and includes performances from women in Durham.

When: Monday, March 7 from 7 to 8:30 p.m.

Where: This is a...

Lane restrictions on Taunton Road East in the Town of Whitby starting February 28

Whitby, Ontario – The Regional Municipality of Durham is advising residents of lane restrictions on Taunton Road East (Regional Road 4) in the Town of Whitby.

When: February 28 to March 18. Unfavourable weather conditions may influence the work schedule.

Where: Taunton Road East, from Brock Street North to McKinney Drive, in the Town of Whitby.

Why: To safely install water and sanitary services to support new development.

Note: The Region realizes that the work may be disruptive and will make every...

Blue box recycling collection schedule changes in Oshawa and Whitby due to Family Day

Whitby, Ontario – The Regional Municipality of Durham would like to remind Oshawa and Whitby residents of changes to the scheduled blue box collection due to the Family Day holiday on Monday, February 21.

When: February 21 to 25, 2022.

Where: Residents of the City of Oshawa and the Town of Whitby only will temporarily have their blue box collection moved to the next day.

This means that blue box collection scheduled for Monday, February 21 (Family Day) will be moved to Tuesday, February 22. This...