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Chair Henry welcomes Government of Canada’s latest broadband investment

Whitby, Ontario – The following statement is being issued on behalf of John Henry, Regional Chair and Chief Executive Officer for The Regional Municipality of Durham:

“On behalf of the Region of Durham, I am happy to see continued financial commitment to broadband from our federal partners, the Government of Canada.

As part of the Universal Broadband Fund, Rapid Response Stream, nearly $1 million will be invested in bringing high-speed internet to roughly 4,500 households across several communities...

Durham Region receives Canadian Award for Financial Reporting

Whitby, Ontario – The Region of Durham has been recognized by the Government Finance Officers Association (GFOA) for its 2019 Annual Financial Report. The Canadian Award for Financial Reporting (CAnFR) recognizes excellence in governmental accounting and financial reporting and represents a significant accomplishment by a local government and its management.

The Canadian Award for Financial Reporting program was established to encourage municipal governments throughout Canada to publish high-quality...

New pedestrian and cyclist signal at Rossland and Michael Starr Trail in Oshawa

Whitby, Ontario – As part of our commitment to Durham Vision Zero, The Regional Municipality of Durham, in partnership with the City of Oshawa and other local area municipalities, continues to make it safer for pedestrians and cyclists to cross busy Regional roads. As an enhanced safety measure, a new combined pedestrian and cyclist signal has been installed at the intersection of Rossland Road (Regional Road 28) and the Michael Starr Trail (near Minto Street) in the City of Oshawa.

When: The new...

Drive safely in construction zones

Whitby, Ontario – The Regional Municipality of Durham is reminding drivers to slow down and proceed with caution through construction zones or areas where workers are present.

Drivers are asked to exercise caution for the safety of pedestrians, cyclists and work crews. Pay attention to signage, reduce your speed, increase your following distance, and never make a U-turn to avoid construction.

All construction zones or areas marked for roadside work in Durham Region are blocked off by pylons measured...

Lane Restrictions on Regional Road 8, in the Township of Uxbridge

Whitby, Ontario – The Regional Municipality of Durham is advising residents of lane restrictions on Regional Road 8, in the Township of Uxbridge.        

When: Ongoing until July 9. Unfavourable weather conditions may influence the work schedule.

Where: Regional Road 8 from east of Concession Road 5 to west of Concession Road 6, in the Township of Uxbridge.    

Why: To safely complete road rehabilitation.

Note: The Region realizes that the construction...