Durham Region News

The Durham Region Emancipation Day celebration is on August 5, from 3 to 8 p.m., at Ed Broadbent Park in Oshawa.

This free, family friendly event recognizes Emancipation Day in Canada with a vendor market, an African-themed fashion show, live performances, food vendors and other activities.

The Region of Durham reminds residents to keep the health and safety of waste collection workers in mind when they set out their waste for curbside collection. Several of our waste collection workers have been injured in recent weeks due to broken glass, broken porcelain and medical sharps. Residents can prevent injuries to waste collection workers by disposing of sharp items properly.

Lane restrictions will be in place on Rossland Road West between Des Newman Boulevard and McQuay Boulevard from July 13 to August 30 to support road improvements and turn-lane modifications. One lane in each direction will remain open throughout construction. Drivers are encouraged to use caution in the work zone and watch for crews. Weather conditions may affect the schedule.

Durham Region is mourning the loss of a Durham Regional Police Service Constable-in-Training who lost their life in a tragic collision while travelling to the Ontario Police College. Flags at all Regional facilities have been lowered to half-mast in their honour, and our thoughts remain with the second Constable-in-Training who sustained life-threatening injuries and remains in hospital.

Lane restrictions for road rehabilitation work will be in place starting the week of July 6 until August 31 on Regional Road 57 in Scugog, from 100 metres northeast of Scugog Point Road to one kilometre east of St. Christopher’s Beach Road, and from 300 metres east of View Lake Road to the Durham/Kawartha boundary line.

This Canada Day, we celebrate the people and communities that make Durham Region a caring, diverse and vibrant place to call home. It’s a moment to reflect on our shared journey and the role we each play in building a more inclusive and connected future.

Upcoming road closure from July 13 to October 7 on Zephyr Road, between Concession Road 3 and Concession Road 4, in the Township of Uxbridge for road reconstruction work.

Durham Region Health Department is reporting that Environment and Climate Change Canada (ECCC) has issued the first heat warning of 2026 for north and south Durham Region. A multi-day orange level heat event is expected and anticipated to continue until Friday, and possibly into Saturday. The hottest days are expected to be Wednesday and Thursday, with maximum temperatures of 34 to 36 degrees Celsius.

A yellow level heat warning is issued when weather conditions are short-term and may cause health impacts. Escalation to an orange level heat warning occurs when high temperatures and humidity are likely to cause significant health impacts or if the heat event lasts several days.

Durham Region Health Department has commenced its 2026 Beach Monitoring program and has posted the first water sample test results of the season on the Health Department’s disclosure portal, Check&Go! Durham. This online access provides area residents with real-time weekly inspection results for all 15 inspected local public beaches.

June is Recreation and Parks Month, and Durham Region Health Department, in partnership with participating Durham Region municipalities, is excited to celebrate all month long. Participating municipalities in Durham Region will offer a passport adventure initiative throughout the month where residents can enjoy a variety of free recreation programs such as public swims, Free Fitness Fridays, as well as exciting new activities.