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Changes to curbside waste collection and waste facility hours of operation in observance of Canada Day
Posted on Wednesday, June 24, 2020 10:15 AM
Whitby, Ontario – The Regional Municipality of Durham advises residents of changes to scheduled curbside collection, as well as Regional Waste Management Facilities hours, in observance of the Canada Day holiday.
When: July 1 to 4.
Where: Durham Region (across all eight local area municipalities).
All residents with curbside collection scheduled for Wednesday, July 1 will temporarily have their collection moved to the following day. This shift will continue throughout the week with curbside collection...
Regional Chair to host anti-Black racism town hall
Posted on Wednesday, June 24, 2020 03:45 AM
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:
“Across the communities that make up the Region of Durham, we have been clear in our need to fight racism and discrimination. We work hard to build a region that is welcoming, but we know that embracing diversity and inclusion is not enough.
We need to educate ourselves on the realities of anti-Black racism and acknowledge how we have...
Lane restrictions on Dundas Street East in Whitby
Posted on Wednesday, June 24, 2020 01:15 AM
Whitby, Ontario – The Regional Municipality of Durham is advising residents of eastbound and westbound lane restrictions on Dundas Street East in the Town of Whitby.
When: June 25 to 26 (day and night). Unfavourable weather conditions may influence the work schedule.
Where: Dundas Street East, from Kantium Way to 100 meters west of Kantium Way, in the Town of Whitby.
Why: To safely repair an existing sanitary sewer.
Note: Drivers are asked to exercise caution for the safety of pedestrians, cyclists and...
UPDATE: Road closure on Fishlock Street due to watermain construction on Harwood Avenue North in Ajax
Posted on Tuesday, June 23, 2020 10:00 AM
Whitby, Ontario – The Regional Municipality of Durham is advising residents of a temporary road closure on Fishlock Street due to ongoing construction at Harwood Avenue North, from Kerrison Drive West to Rossland Road West, in the Town of Ajax.
When: June 24 to 25. Unfavourable weather conditions may influence the work schedule.
Where: Fishlock Street, at Harwood Avenue North, in the Town of Ajax.
Why: To safely construct a new watermain.
Note: Traffic will be diverted by a signed detour route. Municipal...
Reminder: Celebrate Canada Day the Durham Way on July 1
Posted on Tuesday, June 23, 2020 09:00 AM
Whitby, Ontario – On July 1, join us as we celebrate Canada Day the Durham Way—an uplifting, virtual celebration of the communities in Durham Region. To see a special Canada Day message check out this video.
New and exciting performances and family friendly entertainment have been announced for the event including:
- O’Canada performed by local artist, Kalista Wilson
- Baking beaver tails with MasterChef Canada winner and host of Mary’s Kitchen Crush, Mary Berg
- Soca entertainment from The Fuh Fun Band
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