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Changes to blue box collection schedule in Oshawa and Whitby due to Family Day

Whitby, Ontario – The Regional Municipality of Durham, Works Department, would like to remind Oshawa and Whitby residents of changes to the scheduled Blue Box collection due to the Family Day holiday.

When: February 15 to 19, 2021.

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 15 (Family Day) will be moved to Tuesday, February 16. This shift...

Lane restrictions on Regional Road 57, in Caesarea

Whitby, Ontario – The Regional Municipality of Durham is advising residents of lane restrictions on Regional Road 57 in Caesarea.

When: From February 2 to February 12, 2021. Unfavourable weather conditions may influence the work schedule.

Where: Regional Road 57, from 150 metres east of Park Street to 175 metres east of Park Street, in Caesarea.

Why: To safely replace a cross-culvert.

Note: The Region realizes that the construction work will be disruptive and will make every effort to complete the...

Shop Durham Region online marketplace now live

Whitby, Ontario – The Region of Durham is excited to announce that the new Shop Durham Region online marketplace is live. The multi-vendor e-store allows shoppers to safely purchase products from multiple Durham-based businesses in a single transaction.

More than ever, shopping local makes a big impact on small businesses. Through this new online marketplace, residents can safely explore 600 local products in a single shopping experience and collect purchases through contactless pick-up—making it...

Dispose of face masks, plastic gloves and sanitizing wipes in the garbage

Whitby, Ontario – The Regional Municipality of Durham would like to remind residents to help reduce litter in the community and blockages in our sanitary sewer system. Items such as face masks, plastic gloves and sanitizing wipes should be disposed of in the garbage not on the ground or in the toilet. They are not recyclable.

Why: Face masks, plastic gloves and sanitizing wipes must be disposed of in the garbage. The increase in litter is having a negative impact on our wildlife and the environment....

Durham Region remains committed to Beaverton Supportive Housing Project

Whitby, Ontario – On January 27, Durham Regional Council moved to release proposals made to the Township of Brock regarding the Beaverton Supportive Housing Project.

The Region has heard community concerns about the project, including security, health services and community services such as transit and policing. The Region has offered significant and comprehensive proposals to the Township of Brock to address concerns and ensure the Beaverton Supportive Housing Project is completed within the funding...