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Are you prepared for winter weather? Take a look at our check list!
Posted on Wednesday, December 13, 2023 10:58 AM
Driving conditions in winter can be challenging. Ensure you are ready for driving in the winter by:
- Installing winter-rated tires, which can help improve safety and increase traction on slippery, snow-covered or icy roads.
- Having an emergency kit in the trunk of your vehicle with items such as blankets, a shovel, a flashlight, a flare, food and a first-aid kit.
- Using a windshield-washer fluid rated for -40°C or lower.
- Checking the weather forecasts and driving conditions before going out on the...
Region of Durham appoints members to 1635 Dundas Community Liaison Committee
Posted on Monday, December 11, 2023 03:46 PM
Whitby, Ontario – The creation of the 1635 Dundas Community Liaison Committee (CLC) was endorsed by Durham Region after the first community engagement session was held on August 30, 2023. Its purpose: to share information; while identifying issues, concerns and mitigation strategies that will assist in the successful integration of this project, and its residents, into the broader community. The Region and the 1635 Dundas CLC will work together in advance of the building’s opening in winter of...
Blue box collection schedule changes in Oshawa and Whitby due to the holiday season
Posted on Monday, December 11, 2023 09:14 AM
Whitby, Ontario – The Regional Municipality of Durham would like to remind Oshawa and Whitby residents of changes to the scheduled blue box collection due to the holiday season.
When: Monday, December 25 to Saturday, December 30 and Monday, January 1 to Saturday, January 6.
Where: Residents of the City of Oshawa and the Town of Whitby only will temporarily have their blue box collection moved to the next day.
This means that blue box collection scheduled for Monday, December 25 (Christmas Day) will...
Smith Bridge over Pefferlaw River in Township of Uxbridge - Canadian Navigable Waters Act
Posted on Thursday, December 07, 2023 09:00 AM
The Regional Municipality of Durham hereby gives notice that an application has been made to the Minister of Transport, pursuant to the Canadian Navigable Waters Act for approval of the work described herein and its site and plans.
Pursuant to paragraph 7(2) of the said Act, The Regional Municipality of Durham has deposited with the Minister of Transport, on the online Navigable Waters Registry (cps.canada.ca), under the NPP File Number 1979-400038 a description of the following work, its site...
Share your input on 2024 Durham Budget priorities
Posted on Monday, December 04, 2023 02:07 PM
Whitby, Ontario – Residents are invited to have their say on the Region’s Business Plans and Budget, gain an increased understanding of the Region’s programs and services and share input on key priority areas at the 2024 Budget Town Hall. Residents are encouraged to visit yourvoice.durham.ca/DurhamBudget to provide input and submit questions ahead of the event.
When: Thursday, January 11 at 6:30 p.m.
Where: The Town Hall will be livestreamed at durham.ca/Live and yourvoice.durham.ca/DurhamBudget....
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