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Residents reminded not to illegally dump their waste

Whitby, Ontario – Communities across Durham Region have seen an increase in illegal dumping, and the Region of Durham is reminding residents that if caught illegally dumping, residents can face fines, if convicted, of up to $10,000. Leaving materials in parks, along the roadside, or on other’s property without their permission is detrimental to the health and safety of the community, and actions like this burden the resources needed to manage the COVID-19 response.  

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Durham Region ensuring access to washrooms, showers and accommodations for unsheltered residents

Whitby, Ontario – As the COVID-19 pandemic has seen most public spaces close, the Region of Durham is working with municipal partners and community agencies to ensure that unsheltered residents have access to essential services, such as washrooms, showers and a safe place to sleep.

Washroom and shower access

Durham Region municipalities are stepping up to provide vital services to unsheltered residents:

• The Town of Ajax has opened the Ajax Hygiene Hub. A first for Ajax, the hub will serve...

Lane Restrictions on Olive Avenue in Oshawa

Whitby, Ontario – The Regional Municipality of Durham advises residents of lane restrictions on Olive Avenue (Regional Road 59) in the City of Oshawa.

When: Ongoing until May 15. Unfavourable weather conditions may affect the schedule.

Where: Olive Avenue (Regional Road 59), from Grandview Street to Townline Road (Regional Road 55), in Oshawa. 

Why: Road rehabilitation.

Note: Drivers are asked to exercise caution for the safety of pedestrians, cyclists and work crews.

Please also be advised, in response...

Durham Region Medical Officer of Health issues an Order to Orchard Villa and to Lakeridge Health to address COVID-19 outbreak

Lakeridge Health to lead enhanced monitoring, investigating, and responding to COVID-19 outbreak and providing care for residents

Whitby, Ontario - On April 21, Durham Region Medical Officer of Health, Dr. Robert Kyle, issued an Order under the Ontario Health Protection and Promotion Act to Orchard Villa in Pickering to address the immediate risk of COVID-19 to residents and staff of this home. The Order indicates that a communicable disease outbreak exists at this facility, which presents a...

Lane Restrictions on Simcoe Street and Winchester Road in City of Oshawa

Whitby, Ontario – The Regional Municipality of Durham advises residents of lane restrictions on Simcoe Street (Regional Road 2) and Winchester Road (Regional Road 3) in the City of Oshawa.

When: April 27 to June 1, 2020. Unfavourable weather conditions may affect the schedule.

Where: Simcoe Street from 500m south of Winchester Road to 250m north of Winchester Road and Winchester Road from 320m west of Simcoe Street to 310m east of Simcoe Street. 

Why: Road construction and intersection modifications.