Public Service Announcements

Durham Region celebrates Waste Reduction Week October 18 to 24

Whitby, Ontario – The Regional Municipality of Durham is celebrating the 20th anniversary of Waste Reduction Week (WRW) in Canada from October 18 to 24. Each day during the week will have a different theme focused on the efforts of the Region and its residents to reduce waste through daily actions.

The program will highlight the principles of a circular economy, resource efficiency and waste reduction. The primary goal of the week is to celebrate environmental efforts and achievements while encouraging...

Recycle your batteries during the week of November 8

Whitby, Ontario – The Regional Municipality of Durham is reminding residents to place their used or unwanted household batteries out for recycling on their collection day, during the week of November 8.

When: Fall battery collection occurs the week of November 8 on blue box collection days.

Where: Households across Durham Region who currently receive curbside collection services.

Why: Batteries are not garbage – up to 92 per cent of battery components are recyclable and recoverable. By taking part...

Intersection closure of Bloor Street East and Wilson Road South in the City of Oshawa

Whitby, Ontario – The Regional Municipality of Durham is advising residents of a full intersection closure of Bloor Street East and Wilson Road South in the City of Oshawa.

When: October 21 to October 25. Unfavourable weather conditions may influence the work schedule.

Where: Bloor Street East (Regional Road 22) and Wilson Road South (Regional Road 35) in Oshawa.

Why: As part of the ongoing construction of the new feedermain on Bloor Street (Regional Road 22), this closure is necessary to complete...

Gain tips and strategies to manage your child’s challenging behaviours at virtual workshop series

Whitby, Ontario – Parents seeking tips and strategies to manage challenging behaviours in children (ages two to 12 years) are invited to attend free virtual workshops hosted by Durham Behaviour Management Services. Upcoming topics include how to prevent and respond to challenging behaviour, what to do if your child is not listening to you, and strategies to achieve your desired behavioural outcomes.  

When:

• Zero to Sixty – October 13, 20 and 27 from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m: this three-part workshop series...

Durham Region to host Waste Plan virtual Town Hall

Whitby, Ontario – Residents are invited to join Durham Region’s Director of Waste Management Services and other members of our Waste Management leadership team for an hour-long virtual Town Hall session on October 19.

Community members will have an opportunity to learn more about:

• The Region’s 2021-2040 Long-term Waste Management Plan (Waste Plan).
• The proposed targets and actions to achieve the plan’s approved vision and objectives.

The Waste Plan and proposed targets and actions were developed...