Durham Region News

Township of Brock Ice Storm Operations Update – April 28, 2025

As of Friday April 25th, the use of third-party tree contractors hired to help with the ice storm clean up along municipal roads has concluded. Moving forward, the Township’s Public Works crews will complete the tree clean up over the next few months. The clean up will only occur in the areas that have yet to be picked up and were previously identified.

All tree debris in the areas that have already been picked up, must either be placed at the curb in accordance with Durham Waste leaf and yard...

Celebrate National Public Works Week at free events in Durham Region

Whitby, Ontario – A simulator, equipment demonstrations, Touch-a-Truck, facility tours and more! Take part in our free, fun-filled community events on Saturday, May 24 and discover the many services provided by the Works Department as we celebrate National Public Works Week (NPWW).

When: Saturday, May 24 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. (rain or shine).

Where:

Duffin Creek Water Pollution Control Plant
901 McKay Road, Pickering
Activities include a tour of this award-winning plant, children’s activities,...

Fighting poverty, strengthening communities: funding applications from community partners now open

Whitby, Ontario – The Region of Durham is accepting applications from local non-profit organizations to the Thriving Communities Fund. This fund supports initiatives that help prevent and/or reduce poverty for Durham residents.

What: The Thriving Communities Fund supports non-profit organizations with operational and/or capacity building activities that strengthen their ability to deliver programs and services. The maximum amount to be awarded is $50,000 per approved application.

Eligibility...

Eligible residents can get help accessing income-boosting benefits

Whitby, Ontario – There are more than 40 benefits in Ontario that can boost incomes for residents living with low income. To help residents access these benefits, Mobile ID and Benefits Access Hubs will be available across Durham Region this spring.

Why: Mobile ID and Benefits Access Hubs can help eligible residents to:

• Learn about benefits they may be eligible for.
• Get or replace government identification, such as Social Insurance Numbers (SINs) and Birth Certificates.
• Open a Registered Education...

Give your batteries new life: Recycle your batteries during the week of April 28

Whitby, Ontario – Don't let your old batteries go to waste! The Region of Durham is calling on residents to recycle their used household batteries by placing them on top of their closed Green Bin during collection days the week of April 28.

When: Spring battery collection occurs from April 28 to May 2 on Green Bin collection days.

Where: Households across Durham Region who currently receive curbside collection services.

Why: Batteries are not garbage – up to 92 per cent of battery components are...