Public Service Announcements

The Region of Durham is seeking a post-secondary student member for the Durham Environmental Advisory Committee

Whitby, Ontario  –

The Regional Municipality of Durham is seeking a post-secondary student, residing in Durham Region, to serve as a member of the Durham Environmental Advisory Committee (DEAC). DEAC is a volunteer advisory committee that provides advice to Durham Regional Council on environmental planning matters, while also being involved with awareness and outreach activities.

 

Post-secondary student membership is open to students residing in Durham for the school year, who are enrolled...

Durham Region hosts annual farm tour to showcase local agriculture

Whitby, Ontario  –

Yesterday, the Durham Agricultural Advisory Committee (DAAC) successfully hosted its 15th annual farm tour at Ajax Downs. The theme was “Off to the Races in Durham Region,” and covered a variety of topics including: the economic impact of the equestrian industry; race track management; animal nutrition; and a tour of the race barns.

 

“This year’s tour was unique because it focused on the equestrian industry, with a spotlight on Quarter Horse racing. It was very interesting...

Drop off electronic waste for free in Whitby

Whitby, Ontario  –

The Regional Municipality of Durham, Works Department, invites residents to drop off Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment (WEEE), free of charge, at a special upcoming collection event.

 

 

WHEN:

Saturday, September 23, from 8 a.m. to noon. (rain or shine)

 

 

WHERE:

 Whitby Operations Centre, 333 McKinney Drive

 

 

WHY:

To provide residents with a convenient, free drop-off service to properly recycle their electronics, while keeping toxic materials...

Drop off electronic waste, hazardous waste for free in Clarington

Whitby, Ontario –

The Regional Municipality of Durham, Works Department, invites residents to drop off Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment (WEEE) and Municipal Hazardous and Special Waste (MHSW), free of charge, at a special upcoming collection event.

 

 

WHEN:

Saturday, September 23, from 8 a.m. to noon (rain or shine)

 

 

WHERE:

Clarington Operations Depot, 178 Darlington-Clarke Townline Road, Bowmanville (south of Highway 2)

 

 

WHY:

WEEE collection: To provide...

Lane restrictions at Westney Road/Rossland Road intersection

Whitby, Ontario  –

The Regional Municipality of Durham, Works Department would like to advise the public of lane restrictions at the intersection of Westney Road (Regional Road 31) and Rossland Road (Regional Road 28) in Ajax.

 

 

WHEN:

Ongoing until November 24. Unfavourable weather conditions may influence the work schedule.

 

 

WHERE:

Westney Road (from Delaney/Magill Drive to 140 metres north of Rossland Road) and Rossland Road (from 35 metres west to 345 metres east of Westney...