Public Service Announcements

Celebrate WALKtober this month in Durham Region

Whitby, Ontario – The Region of Durham invites residents to go for regular walks and explore Durham’s scenic paths and trails in recognition of WALKtober— an annual celebration that encourages people to get out and start walking more during the month of October.

Where: Visit durham.ca/Walktober for a full list of WALKtober activities taking place in Durham Region.

Why: WALKtober is a month-long campaign, currently underway, that encourages people throughout Ontario to make healthier choices by choosing...

Durham Region seeking feedback on 2021 budget priorities

Whitby, Ontario – Community members are invited to learn more about the Region’s Business Plans and Budgets, gain an increased understanding of the Region’s programs and services and share input on key priority areas during a virtual Budget Town Hall.

When: Wednesday, October 21

Where: The town hall will begin at 6:30 p.m. and will be streamed online via the Region’s website. Residents who would like to listen in to the live event or ask questions via phone call can pre-register for the event by...

Lane restrictions on Lake Ridge Road in Pickering and Whitby

Whitby, Ontario – The Regional Municipality of Durham is advising residents of lane restrictions on Lake Ridge Road (Regional Road 23) in the City of Pickering and the Town of Whitby. 

When: October 13 until October 23. Unfavourable weather conditions may influence the work schedule.  

Where: Lake Ridge Road, from 40 metres north of Highway 7 to 500 metres south of Highway 407, in Pickering and Whitby. 

Why: Road paving and rehabilitation.  

Note: The Region realizes...

Lane restrictions at the intersection of Rossland Road West and Westney Road North in Ajax

Whitby, Ontario – The Regional Municipality of Durham is advising residents of lane restrictions at the intersection of Rossland Road West and Westney Road North (Regional Road 31) in the Town of Ajax.

When: October 20 and 21. Unfavourable weather conditions may influence the work schedule.

Where: The intersection of Rossland Road West and Westney Road North, in the Town of Ajax.

Why: Modifications to an existing watermain valve chamber.

Note: The Region realizes that the construction work will be...

Lane restrictions at the intersection of Simcoe Street South and Wentworth Street East in Oshawa

Whitby, Ontario – The Regional Municipality of Durham is advising residents of lane restrictions at the intersection of Simcoe Street South (Regional Road 2) and Wentworth Street East (Regional Road 60) in the City of Oshawa.

When: October 12 to 19 (daytime only). Unfavourable weather conditions may influence the work schedule.

Where: The intersection of Simcoe Street South and Wentworth Street East in Oshawa.

Why: To safely complete construction work to support a new development.

Note: The Region...