From health, housing and homelessness to transit, roads, drinking water, emergency services and much more, local governments deliver programs and services that support residents every day. Local Government Week helps build awareness of how these services are planned, funded and delivered, while encouraging residents to learn about the role local government plays in shaping healthy, vibrant and connected communities.

The week also highlights opportunities for residents to engage with local government; better understand the responsibilities of municipal, provincial and federal governments; and learn how decisions made at the local level affect daily life.

Join us as we celebrate Local Government Week and visit Your Region to explore the Regional services and programs that help make Durham Region a great place to live, work, play and invest.

Election day is almost here. On Monday, October 26, residents across Durham Region will head to the polls to shape the future of their communities. Whether you live in Ajax, Brock, Clarington, Oshawa, Pickering, Scugog, Uxbridge, or Whitby, municipal decisions impact everyday life, including roads, recreation facilities, parks, libraries, housing, emergency services and community growth. Voting is your opportunity to be part of those decisions and help guide what comes next.

If you haven’t already, now is the time to finalize your plan to vote. Make sure you know:  

• When you can vote.  
• Where or how you will vote.  
• What you need to bring (if voting in person).

Every vote contributes to the future of your community. Make a plan, be prepared, and don’t miss your chance to participate. Visit Durham.ca/elections to learn more.  

Durham Region Transit (DRT) is committed to continuously enhancing accessibility and improving the customer experience across its services. Help inform the future of accessible transit by joining DRT’s Accessibility Forum. 

DRT invites customers, caregivers, accessibility advocates and residents to attend its Accessibility Forum on Tuesday, October 27.



The forum will provide updates on accessibility initiatives and future improvements, while offering participants the opportunity to share experiences, suggestions and feedback directly with DRT staff.

Community input plays an important role in helping DRT identify priorities, guide ongoing accessibility enhancements and better support the diverse needs of Durham Region residents. 

The event is free to attend and registration is required.

To register and learn more, visit DurhamRegionTransit.com/AccessibilityForum.

Residents, business employees and property owners in Durham Region are encouraged to apply for appointment to one of several Regional advisory committees and taskforces. It's a meaningful way to represent community perspectives and help shape Regional programs, services, and policies.


Current committee opportunities: 

• Accessibility Advisory Committee (AAC) 
• Durham Active Transportation Committee (DATC) 
• Durham Agricultural Advisory Committee (DAAC) 
• Durham Environment and Climate Advisory Table (DECAT) 
• Durham Region Anti-Racism Taskforce (DRART) 
• Durham Region Transit Advisory Committee (TAC) 
• Energy from Waste – Waste Management Advisory Committee (EFW-WMAC) 

Committee members are appointed by Regional Council and play an important role in providing advice and recommendations on issues that affect Durham Region communities. The application form, committee information, and terms of references are available at durham.ca/committees.   

Completed applications must be submitted to the Regional Clerk by 4:30 p.m. on Monday, October 26. For more information, visit durham.ca/committees or email appointments@durham.ca.  

Before October vanishes, scare up some fall fun with Gather at the Farm.

Durham Tourism invites you to conjure up some seasonal magic with pumpkin patches, corn mazes, farm markets and local goodies. For a Halloween treat close to home, look no farther than Durham Region’s farms. Get in on the fun before it’s gone at DurhamTourism.ca/gather.