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National Public Works Week Open House

Durham Region residents are invited to celebrate National Public Works Week, May 19 to 25, by attending a free open house on Saturday, May 25 at the Ajax/Pickering Depot (2020 Salem Road, Ajax). 

Children can explore our truck and equipment display, play games, try driving a truck in a virtual simulator, visit a face painter and more! Learn how we have incorporated drone technology into public works. Staff from various areas of the Works Department, such as Waste Management and Technical...

Lane restrictions on Regional Road 8 in Uxbridge

Whitby, Ontario – The Regional Municipality of Durham, Works Department advises residents of lane restrictions on Regional Road 8, from Mill Run Golf Course to 400 metres west of Concession Road 4, in the Township of Uxbridge.

When: Ongoing until June 28. Unfavourable weather conditions may influence the work schedule.

Where: Regional Road 8, from Mill Run Golf Course to 400 metres west of Concession Road 4, in Uxbridge.

Why: Culvert replacements, ditching, asphalt removal and replacement, partially...

Statement regarding General Motors Canada announcement

Whitby, Ontario – “Today’s joint announcement from GM Canada and Unifor is welcome news for families in Oshawa and across Durham Region,” said Durham Regional Chair and CEO John Henry.

“We are very happy to hear that GM Canada will continue to be a part of Durham’s innovative tech cluster with plans that include converting part of the Oshawa Plant into a test track for autonomous and advanced technology vehicles. GM has made it clear they intend to grow and maintain the integrity of their operations...

Get news and updates from Durham Region’s Works Department

Whitby, Ontario – Durham Region’s Works Department has launched a new online newsfeed, Durham Works online, to keep residents informed about programs services such as waste management, water supply, sanitary sewerage, road maintenance and facilities maintenance and operation. Visit the page online at durham.ca/DurhamWorks.

The newsfeed is an online version of the Durham Works newsletter, a publication produced by the Works Department. The newsletter has been mailed to residents twice a year since...

Provide your input on the Climate Change & Sustainability Discussion Paper

Whitby, Ontario – The Regional Municipality of Durham’s Planning Division has released its Climate Change & Sustainability Discussion Paper. This is the second discussion paper for Envision Durham, the Region’s Municipal Comprehensive Review of the Durham Regional Official Plan (ROP). The public is invited to provide input through a series of discussion questions to help inform the Region’s process.

What: The Climate Change & Sustainability Discussion Paper provides an overview of current...