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Celebrate Canada Water Week!

Whitby, Ontario – The Regional Municipality of Durham, Works Department is excited to celebrate our local waters during Canada Water Week (March 20 to 27) and on World Water Day (March 22). In recognition of Canada Water Week, Durham Region has proclaimed March 20 to 27 as Water Week to remind residents about the value of water.

“Durham Region is home to some of the best tap water in the world,” says John Presta, Director of Environmental Services. “Canada Water Week and World Water Day provide...

Simcoe Street to close north of Rossland Road for construction

Whitby, Ontario – The Regional Municipality of Durham, Works Department would like to advise residents that construction work will close Simcoe Street (Regional Road 2) from north of Rossland Road to south of Robert Street in Oshawa.

When: Construction will begin the week of April 3 and the road closure will begin on April 10. Work is expected to last until mid-October. Unfavourable weather conditions may influence the work schedule.

Where: Simcoe Street, from north of Rossland Road...

Map your catch of a lifetime in Durham Region

Whitby, Ontario – Now you can count on making a catch to be proud of, any day of the year, with the all-new Durham Region Fishing Map! Available online and in print, this map was designed to assist seasoned and recreational anglers in exploring Durham Region’s large and welcoming fishing community.

With a unique mix of urban and rural areas, and about 20 varieties of Ontario’s favourite fish, Durham Region provides world-class fishing opportunities year-round. A true four-season fishing destination,...

Save unwanted batteries for curbside collection

Whitby, Ontario – With the upcoming spring time change and local fire departments’ promotion of changing batteries in smoke alarms, the Region of Durham is reminding residents to save their used or unwanted batteries for recycling during the next curbside battery collection.

When: Battery collection occurs the week of April 17 on Blue Box collection days.

Where: Households across Durham Region who currently receive curbside collection services.

Why: Batteries are not garbage. Up...

Cycling is on the map in Durham Region

Whitby, Ontario – If you love the idea of exploring Durham Region’s picturesque waterfronts, rolling hills and spectacular tourist destinations via bicycle, then the all-new 2017 Durham Cycle Tours Map is for you! Durham Tourism is thrilled to release the updated version of this map, which has been designed to offer experienced recreational cyclists with valuable information to plan the perfect cycling excursion in Durham Region.  

The 2017 map includes 14 updated cycling route suggestions,...