Public Service Announcements

Durham’s water continues to be safe to drink despite odours

Whitby, Ontario – The Regional Municipality of Durham would like to assure residents that our water continues to be safe to drink despite possible earthy or musty odours detected recently. Taste and odour episodes are caused by seasonal biological changes in Lake Ontario and typically occur in the late summer or early fall.

When: Typically occurs in the late summer or early fall. Although it is difficult to predict when conditions will return to normal, taste and odour episodes will generally fade...

Learn how to protect yourself from fraud and scams

Whitby, Ontario – Are you an older adult in Durham Region? Seniors are often targeted by frauds and scams in our community.

Being aware of common frauds and scams is your best defence to protect yourself from becoming a victim. On August 18, Durham Regional Police Service (DRPS)’s Detective Constable Martin Frannsen will host a virtual Fraud Awareness and Protection seminar. The seminar will teach older adults about scams that affect our community, how to protect yourself and the opportunity to...

Lane restrictions and weekend road closure on Salem Road in the Town of Ajax

Whitby, Ontario – The Regional Municipality of Durham is advising residents of lane restrictions and a weekend road closure on Salem Road (Regional Road 41) in the Town of Ajax.  

When: On Friday, August 20, starting at 7 a.m., lane restrictions will begin, with the road closure starting at 6 p.m. The road closure will continue until 11 p.m. on Sunday, August 22. Unfavourable weather conditions may influence the work schedule.  

Where: Salem Road between Lord Drive and Bayly Street East,...

Durham Region Roundtable on Climate Change is looking for youth citizen members

Whitby, Ontario – The Regional Municipality of Durham is now accepting expressions of interest from youth aged 16 to 25 who wish to be considered for volunteer membership on the Durham Region Roundtable on Climate Change (DRRCC).

When: Expressions of interest must be submitted by August 27, 2021. A decision on the appointments will be made by Durham Regional Council on September 29, 2021.

How: Membership is open to Durham residents with an interest in the Region’s climate change initiatives. Interested...

Lane restrictions on Bayly Street in the City of Pickering

Whitby, Ontario – The Regional Municipality of Durham advises residents of lane shifting and restrictions on Bayly Street (Regional Road 22) in the City of Pickering. 

When: August 16 to the end of September. Unfavourable weather conditions may influence the work schedule.

Where: Bayly Street between Sandy Beach Road and Krosno Boulevard, in the City of Pickering. 

Why: To construct a new turn lane taper and services to support new development.

Note: The Region recognizes that the construction...