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Creating strong opportunities for future generations in Durham Region

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

“It is my pleasure to offer congratulations to Durham College on the grand opening of its Ontario Power Generation Centre for Skilled Trades and Technology building, located at the Whitby campus.

This was both an exciting and momentous occasion.

It was a reminder about the power of strong partnerships. How working together provides a chance to positively shape the future....

Lane Restrictions on Simcoe Street in Township of Scugog

Whitby, Ontario – The Regional Municipality of Durham is advising residents of alternating, daytime north and south-bound lane restrictions on Simcoe Street (Regional Road 2) in the Township of Scugog.

When: April 25 to May 4. Unfavourable weather conditions may influence the work schedule.

Where: Simcoe Street south of Saintfield Road (Regional Road 6) in the Township of Scugog.

Why: To safely complete bridge repairs.

Note: Please note the construction work will be completed one lane at a time....

Yard waste collection delays in Ajax, Brock, Clarington, Pickering, Scugog and Uxbridge

Whitby, Ontario – The Regional Municipality of Durham is advising residents of yard waste collection delays in the Town of Ajax, Township of Brock, Municipality of Clarington, City of Pickering, Township of Scugog and Township of Uxbridge. Collection delays are expected to continue on a weekly basis until June.

Why: There is an industry-wide labour shortage of truck drivers across Canada, which has impacted the Region’s contractors who provide waste collection services. This in addition to other...

Compost Giveaway events are back from April 30 to May 28

This PSA has been updated to reflect the latest information.

Whitby, Ontario – The Regional Municipality of Durham has teamed up with the area municipalities to offer free compost to residents at special events taking place across the region. The compost giveaway event scheduled for May 28 in the Township of Uxbridge has been canceled due to the recent storm.

Why: In appreciation of a continued community-wide commitment to the Regional organics collection programs, residents are provided with...

Ride on: new bike rack officially opened at Regional Headquarters

Whitby, Ontario – Today, John Henry, Regional Chair and Chief Executive Officer, and Elaine Baxter-Trahair, Chief Administrative Officer along with the Region of Durham’s Planning and Economic Development team, hosted a ribbon cutting ceremony to officially unveil a unique, new bike rack installation outside of the west entrance of Regional Headquarters.

Durham Region is the first municipality in Ontario to...