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Durham Regional Council approves 2024 water and sanitary sewer user rates

Whitby, Ontario – Durham Regional Council has approved the 2024 water supply and sanitary sewer user rates, with a combined increase of 4.9 per cent, plus 2.5 per cent for impacts of Ontario Bill 23, More Homes Built Faster Act, 2022, Ontario Bill 134, Affordable Homes and Goods Jobs Act, 2023 and related provincial legislation. The combined 7.4 per cent increase results in an estimated increase of $79.68 annually for an average residential customer.

In addition to ongoing maintenance and operation...

Region of Durham appoints members to 1635 Dundas Community Liaison Committee

Whitby, Ontario – The creation of the 1635 Dundas Community Liaison Committee (CLC) was endorsed by Durham Region after the first community engagement session was held on August 30, 2023. Its purpose: to share information; while identifying issues, concerns and mitigation strategies that will assist in the successful integration of this project, and its residents, into the broader community. The Region and the 1635 Dundas CLC will work together in advance of the building’s opening in winter of...

Lake Ridge Road construction improving the safety of the roadway

Whitby, Ontario – The Regional Municipality of Durham has substantially completed the Lake Ridge Road rehabilitation project, and the final completion date is expected by the end of this year, followed by a two-year warranty period. The project improves the overall operational safety of the roadway for users and was partially funded by the Canada Community-Building Fund.

“We’d like to thank local residents and commuters for their patience and understanding as we work to improve the infrastructure...

GO Lakeshore East Extension on the right track

Whitby, Ontario – The province has passed Bill 131, which enables the GO Transit Station Funding Act, 2023. This is a significant milestone in the journey to expand rapid transit across Durham Region and beyond. The Act introduces an innovative revenue tool that will enable municipalities to support the building of new stations along GO train routes.

Rapid transit stations that spur transit-oriented communities help meet the needs of our growing communities, bringing new development, particularly...

Winter Warming Plan will support unsheltered residents in Durham Region

Whitby, Ontario – During the winter months, warmth and shelter are a matter of life or death for vulnerable populations. This is why the Region of Durham has a Winter Warming Plan in place, which offers spaces for unsheltered residents to stay warm.

Warmth and shelter are critical resources for health and safety, as people experiencing homelessness or those who are marginally housed are one of the most at-risk groups for cold-related illnesses. Cold-related illnesses include hypothermia, frostnip...