Public Service Announcements

Watermain break causes road closure of Brock Street South in Whitby

Whitby, Ontario – The Regional Municipality of Durham is advising residents of a road closure of Brock Street South (Regional Road 46) in the Town of Whitby due to a watermain break.

When: Road closure is expected to be in place until the repairs are complete. Please note that unfavourable weather conditions may influence the work schedule.

Where: Brock Street South, from Victoria Street East to Watson Street, in Whitby.

Why: To repair a broken watermain.

Note: The Region realizes that the construction...

Lane restrictions on Adelaide Avenue West in Oshawa

Whitby, Ontario – The Regional Municipality of Durham is advising residents of eastbound and westbound lane restrictions on Adelaide Avenue West (Regional Road 58) in the City of Oshawa.

When: August 17 to 18 (daytime only). Unfavourable weather conditions may influence the work schedule.

Where: Adelaide Avenue West, from Thornton Road to Severn Street, in the City of Oshawa.

Why: To safely install water and sanitary service.

Note: Drivers are asked to exercise caution for the safety of pedestrians,...

Virtual PASS Case Management event to highlight community resources

Whitby, Ontario – The Regional Municipality of Durham is hosting a virtual Prompt Access to Single Session (PASS) Case Management event where adults (18 years of age or older) with a developmental disability and/or their caregivers can speak directly with an experienced and knowledgeable case manager. Registration is required to attend.

When: August 12 from 2 to 3 p.m.

Where: Due to the COVID-19 physical distancing measures, this event will be held virtually.

Why: Many adults with a developmental...

Lane restrictions on Taunton Road East near Brock Street North in Whitby

Whitby, Ontario – The Regional Municipality of Durham is advising residents of lane restrictions on Taunton Road East near Brock Street North in the Town of Whitby.

When: Day and night August 17 to August 19. Unfavourable weather conditions may influence the work schedule.

Where: Taunton Road East, from 140 metres east of Brock Street North to 250 metres east of Brock Street North, in Whitby.

Why: Construction of an entrance to support new development.

Note: The Region realizes that the construction...

New Regional Woodland By-law to replace Tree By-law effective immediately

Whitby, Ontario – The Regional Municipality of Durham has introduced a new Regional Woodland By-law (30-2020); replacing the previous Regional Tree By-law (31-2012).

When: Effective immediately.

Where: Across Durham’s eight local area municipalities.

Why: To prohibit or regulate the destruction or injury of trees in woodlands within Durham Region.

Note: The Regional Woodland By-law applies to the injury or removal of trees in a woodland of one hectare or greater in size, or in any Sensitive Natural...