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  • An image showing a hand holding a clear plastic bag filled with used batteries on a green bin. A green battery-shaped label displays text that reads “Fall battery collection October 5 to 9, durham.ca/Battery.”
    Take part in curbside battery collection during the week of October 5

    The Region of Durham is asking residents to participate in our annual fall curbside battery collection by placing used household batteries in a clear, sealable plastic bag and setting the bag on top of their closed green bin during the week of October 5. 

  • A pylon on a road with a light blue filter over it and white text reading #DurhamRoads Lane restrictions
    Durham-Scarborough Bus Rapid Transit construction from Steeple Hill to Merritton Road in Pickering

    The Regional Municipality of Durham is continuing construction for the third segment of the Durham-Scarborough Bus Rapid Transit (DSBRT) along Kingston Road (Regional Highway 2) from Steeple Hill to Merritton Road in the City of Pickering.

    As part of the work, lane shifts and restrictions will be in place during off-peak times on Kingston Road from Steeple Hill to Merritton Road in the City of Pickering.

  • Photo of Durham Region Headquarters featuring a glass building tower with the Durham Region logo against a blue sky. A blue banner across the bottom of the image reads: “Service Disruption notice” and “durham.ca/ServiceDisruptions.”
    National Day for Truth and Reconciliation: What's closed in Durham Region?

    Durham Region is advising that several Regional facilities, programs and services will be closed on September 30 in observance of the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation, including Regional Headquarters, Ontario Works offices, Family Services Durham locations, Waste Management facilities and select Health Department services. There will be no impacts to waste collection services, Durham Region Transit service or Regional, directly operated Early Learning and Child Care Centres.

  • Durham Region logo with text “ID and Benefits Access Hub” and cartoon graphics of a tooth holding a dental mirror; identification card; piggy bank with coins above it; file folder; and grocery bag filled with food items.
    Residents can receive one-on-one support at the ID and Benefits Access Hub

    Many government benefits and community supports are available to help residents, but navigating them can feel overwhelming, which is why the ID and Benefits Access Hub will be available this fall for friendly, one-on-one help.

  • A group of people in discussion, sitting in a circle. One person is using a wheelchair and shaking hands with another person.
    Advancing inclusive employment across Durham Region

    Durham Region is excited to bring back the annual Region of Durham Disability Employment Conference. Bringing together employers, community organizations, educators and accessibility advocates, the one-day conference will explore strategies for building more inclusive workplaces.

  • A photo of construction workers on a road with a light blue filter over it and white text reading #DurhamRoads Lane restrictions.
    Lane restrictions on Liverpool Road Pickering

    The Region of Durham is advising residents of lane restrictions on Liverpool Road (Regional Road 29) in the City of Pickering until December 2026 to safely complete road widening, traffic signal modifications and work on the turn lanes in support of new development. 

  • A pylon on a road with a light blue filter over it and white text reading #DurhamRoads Lane restrictions
    Lane restrictions on Bloor Street in the Municipality of Clarington

    Lane restrictions until October 31 on Bloor Street, from 100 metres east of Prestonvale Road to 540 metres east of Prestonvale Road, in the Municipality of Clarington. Lane restrictions will be in place to safely repave the street. Businesses in the area will remain open during construction.

  • Durham Region waste management facility with several large green waste containers and garbage disposal bays. A green overlay covers the image, with a white text box in the foreground displaying the message: "Durham Region Waste Facilities and Centre closures" and "durham.ca/waste | #DurhamWaste." Signs above the disposal bins indicate garbage drop-off locations.
    Plan ahead: Waste Management Facility Closure for the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation

    Durham Region Waste Management facilities and the Clarington Household Special Waste Depot will be closed on September 30 in observance of the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation. Residents can still purchase or exchange green bin and kitchen containers online with free home delivery at durham.ca/NewBins, and view service updates at durham.ca/ServiceDisruptions.

  • A photo of a speaker and attendees at the 2026 DAAC Farm Tour.
    Rooted in family: Annual farm tour highlights family farming and innovation

    The Durham Agricultural Advisory Committee (DAAC) successfully hosted its 24th annual farm tour. The theme "future focused farming in Durham Region” highlighted the importance and contributions of family farms and the dairy industry in Durham Region.

  • A photo of construction workers on a road with a light blue filter over it and white text reading #DurhamRoads Lane restrictions.
    Upcoming lane restrictions on Brock Road (Regional Road 1), Pickering

    Durham Region is advising residents of daytime and overnight lane restrictions on Brock Road in Pickering from September 21 to October 30, weather permitting. The restrictions, located between Williams Jackson Drive and Dersan Street and Rex Heath Drive and Zents Drive, are required to facilitate construction for a new development. Motorists are asked to exercise caution around pedestrians, cyclists and work crews.

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The Regional Municipality of Durham
605 Rossland Road East
Whitby, Ontario Canada L1N 6A3

Telephone: 311 (within region limits)
Telephone: 905-668-7711
Toll-Free: 1-800-372-1102
TTY: Use 711

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