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Stay in the know about road construction work in Durham
Posted on Wednesday, February 01, 2023 03:29 PM
Find out more about construction projects taking place in Durham Region through our Projects and Studies searchable tool. With this tool, you can find details on specific Regional public works projects planned or currently underway.
Check it out at durham.ca/WorksProjects.
To learn more about how we are making Durham roads safer visit durham.ca/VisionZero
Metrolinx Accessibility Advisory Committee is seeking Volunteers
Posted on Monday, January 30, 2023 03:31 PM
Metrolinx is looking for committed individuals to serve on our Accessibility Advisory Committee. This committee plays an important role by providing advice to Metrolinx as it plans, builds and operates an integrated accessible transportation system. If this volunteer opportunity appeals to you, we invite you to apply.
Metrolinx is an agency of the Government of Ontario. We are committed to being a leader in accessible transportation, consulting widely and incorporating best practices to...
Plan your route before heading out on Durham roads!
Posted on Monday, January 30, 2023 09:56 AM
Plan your route before heading out on Durham roads!
The Region’s Traffic Watch Map provides up-to-date information on current traffic situations, construction detours, road closures and more. Select the camera icon to see a snapshot image, updated regularly, from intersections throughout Durham Region.
Visit the Traffic Watch Map at durham.ca/TrafficWatch.
To learn more about how we are making Durham roads safer visit durham.ca/VisionZero.
Do you know your responsibilities for water and sanitary service connections repairs?
Posted on Monday, January 30, 2023 09:52 AM
Homeowners are responsible for repairing damage or breaks to the sanitary sewer service connections if damaged within one metre (three feet) from the house foundation or within the house. The Region will provide repair services for residential customers’ sewer service connections from the property line up to one metre (three feet) outside the house foundation. The Region does not provide restoration work (for lawns, gardens, or landscaping, including sprinkler systems or driveways, etc.) on private...
For your health, less alcohol is better: Canada’s Guidance on Alcohol and Health released
Posted on Wednesday, January 25, 2023 12:49 PM
Whitby, Ontario - The Canadian Centre on Substance Use and Addiction (CCSA) has released Canada's Guidance on Alcohol and Health. This guidance provides Canadians with the latest evidence-based advice on alcohol to support them in making informed decisions about its use and reduce the risk of alcohol-related harms. The new guidance indicates that all levels of alcohol consumption are associated with some risk, so drinking less is better.
CCSA analyzed recent evidence on illness, cancer risk,...