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Durham Region moves into Orange-Restrict category

Whitby, Ontario – The following statement is being issued on behalf of John Henry, Regional Chair and Chief Executive Officer:

“In recent weeks, we have seen an increase in the number of new COVID-19 cases in Durham Region. It’s a concerning trend; a reflection of the second wave that has been seen in many areas of Ontario.

Today, we were notified that the Province of Ontario is taking additional steps to help prevent the spread in Durham Region. Effective Monday, November 16, the Region will move...

Virtual Public Information Centre for Simcoe Street Transit Priority Pilot Study

Whitby, Ontario – The Regional Municipality of Durham is holding a Virtual Public Information Centre (PIC) for input into a study to evaluate transit priority pilot options on Simcoe Street in the City of Oshawa.

When: Monday, November 16 until Monday, November 30 (Link available until November 30)

Why: Simcoe Street is the second busiest transit corridor in Durham Region. The study will identify opportunities to pilot dedicated transit lanes along with additional transit priority measures. The...

Beaver River Bridge in Beaverton closed for repairs

Whitby, Ontario – The Regional Municipality of Durham is advising residents that the Beaver River Bridge in Beaverton will be temporarily closed to traffic for repairs.

When: Starting November 9 for approximately two to three months. Unfavourable weather conditions may influence the work schedule.

Where: The Beaver River Bridge, which connects Simcoe Street (Regional Road 15) over the Beaver River, located in the community of Beaverton in the Township of Brock.

Why: To safely complete necessary...

Durham Environmental Advisory Committee seeking high school and post-secondary student members

Whitby, Ontario – The Region of Durham is seeking two high school students and one post-secondary student, residing in Durham Region, to serve as members of the Durham Environmental Advisory Committee (DEAC).

When: Interested students are asked to submit a letter of interest, outlining their knowledge of environmental issues and how they feel they can contribute to the committee by Monday, November 30, 2020.

Where: Submissions should be sent by email to deac@durham.ca.

Why: DEAC is a volunteer...

Regional system maintenance scheduled for October 25

Whitby, Ontario – On Sunday, October 25, the telephone, voicemail and call centre systems at Regional Headquarters (605 Rossland Road East, Whitby) will undergo software upgrades as scheduled maintenance is performed. As a result of this work, the telephone system will be affected.

When: The telephone, voicemail and call centre systems will not be operational on Sunday, October 25 from 12 a.m. to 7 a.m.

Why: To perform scheduled maintenance at Regional Headquarters.

All incoming calls to Regional...