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Chair Henry welcomes Ontario government’s commitment to broadband

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:

“Broadband access is a vital piece of modern infrastructure that is essential for communication, entertainment, and the economic competitiveness of our residents, businesses and institutions. During the COVID-19 pandemic, the importance of broadband access has been amplified even more.

We have continued to advocate the provincial and...

Virtual PASS Case Management event on November 18

Whitby, Ontario – The Regional Municipality of Durham will help connect adults (18 years of age or older) with a developmental disability, and/or their caregivers, with an experienced case manager at the virtual Prompt Access to Single Session (PASS) Case Management event.

When: November 18 from 2 to 3 p.m.

Where: This event is being held virtually due to COVID-19 physical distancing measures.

Why: PASS Case Management helps adults with a developmental disability, and/or their caregivers, access...

Bayly Street in Pickering closed for a watermain break

Whitby, Ontario – The Regional Municipality of Durham is advising residents that Bayly Street (Regional Road 22) in the City of Pickering will be temporarily closed to traffic due to a watermain break.

When: Today, Wednesday, November 4 until the repair is complete.

Where: Bayly Street in Pickering from St. Martins Drive to West Shore Boulevard in Pickering.

Why: To safely repair a watermain break. Traffic is being detoured via posted signs.

Note: The Region realizes that the construction work will...

Road Closure on Harmony Road South in the City of Oshawa

Whitby, Ontario – The Regional Municipality of Durham is advising residents of a road closure on Harmony Road South (Regional Road 33) in the City of Oshawa.

When: November 14 to 15. Unfavourable weather conditions may influence the work schedule.

Where: Harmony Road South, from Olive Avenue (Regional Road 59) to Florell Drive, in Oshawa.

Why: To install a watermain to support new development.

Note: The Region realizes that the construction work will be disruptive and will make every effort to complete...

Regions of Durham and York launch new Durham York Energy Centre website

Whitby, Ontario – The Regional Municipalities of Durham and York announce the launch of the new Durham York Energy Centre (DYEC) website DurhamYorkWaste.ca.

This new and intuitive website aims to help residents and stakeholders learn more about the DYEC. Residents can now easily search the website for information from their smartphones or computer.

The website features virtual tours, real time air emissions data, electricity generation information, event calendars, a user-friendly search bar on the...