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Lane restrictions on Anderson Street in the Town of Whitby

This PSA has been updated to reflect the most recent information.

Whitby, Ontario – The Regional Municipality of Durham is advising residents of lane restrictions on Anderson Street (Regional Road 36), from Crawforth Street to Dundas Street East, in the Town of Whitby.

When: July 18 to September 30. Unfavourable weather conditions may influence the work schedule.

Where: Anderson Street, from Crawforth Street to Dundas Street East, in Whitby.

Why: Road widening and an entrance to support new development.

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Mandatory water restrictions for Beaverton residents and businesses are now in effect

Whitby, Ontario – The Regional Municipality of Durham is advising residents and businesses in Beaverton, in the Township of Brock, of mandatory water restrictions. Residents and businesses are required to discontinue all non-essential indoor and outdoor water use during this time.

When: Effective immediately, until further notice.

Where: Beaverton, Township of Brock

Why: Due to equipment failure that has resulted in a loss of redundancy at the Beaverton Water Supply Plant, which has resulted in a...

Durham Region Weekly Beach Report - Week of June 27, 2022

Whitby, Ontario - The following represents beach-posting information for Durham Region beaches. Test results for the week of June 27 indicate that four beach have been posted as unsafe for swimming due to elevated bacteria levels. Beaches are posted as unsafe for swimming when elevated levels of E. coli exceed the provincial standard of 200 E. coli per 100 ml of water.

Test results for the week of June 27, 2022

Statement from Chair Henry on Canada Day

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

“On July 1, I encourage everyone to celebrate Canada—our achievements, freedoms and open spirit.

I will be celebrating Canada not for what it has been in the past, but for what I want it to be in the future. To think about who we were and who we are now. We cannot mark this day without a solemn acknowledgement of our history.

Last year,...

Statement by Regional Chair John Henry on the Port of Oshawa expansion

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

“Yesterday, the Government of Canada announced a significant investment of $13.85 million for an expansion project at the Port of Oshawa to modernize its operations. This investment will increase import and export capacity in and out of Ontario through the Port of Oshawa, helping to strengthen Canada’s supply chain and trade corridors. With a $16 million dollar contribution...