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Moving with you this summer: June Service Updates

Whitby, Ontario – On Monday, June 29, 2026, Durham Region Transit (DRT) will implement service updates to improve connections on select routes and adjust for seasonal demand.

When: Service updates will begin on Monday, June 29, 2026.

Where: The transit network is being adjusted across Durham Region. All service changes can be found at DurhamRegionTransit.com/ServiceUpdates.

Why: As the season changes, some routes and times may change too. More trips to popular spots (area attractions), later service...

Travel more for less this summer with DRT’s 2-for-1 Summer Youth Pass

Whitby, Ontario – Youth can ride more for less this summer with the Durham Region Transit (DRT) 2-for-1 Summer Youth Pass and save $110.59.

Purchase the July Youth Monthly Pass before July 15, 2026. The August pass will automatically renew on the customer’s PRESTO card prior to the beginning of August.

When: July summer youth passes are available for purchase starting June 21, 2026. These 2-for-1 passes will provide unlimited travel from July 1 to August 31, 2026.

Where: Passes are available for...

Upcoming fare adjustments for Durham Region Transit (DRT)

Whitby, Ontario – As Durham Region grows, DRT is expanding to meet the needs of a more connected, mobile community. Investments in new services, improved connections, and major projects like the Durham‑Scarborough Bus Rapid Transit are making transit more accessible and reliable. Fare adjustments help support this growth—enabling service improvements, advancing sustainability, and building a modern transit system that delivers long-term value for customers across the region.

When: DRT fares are...

Highlights from the June 2026 Transit Executive Committee meeting

Whitby, Ontario – On Wednesday, June 3, 2026, members of the Durham Region Transit (DRT) Executive Committee (TEC) met to discuss various DRT initiatives and updates. Details and highlights include:

Making it easier to apply for and use Specialized Services

The Specialized Services application process is being modernized and improved by:

• Standardizing policies and procedures.
• Enhancing the On Demand platform to automate application processing.
• Centralizing all records in one digital system.
• Launching...

Highlights from the May 2026 Transit Executive Committee meeting

Whitby, Ontario – On Wednesday, May 6, 2026, members of the Durham Region Transit (DRT) Executive Committee (TEC) met to discuss various DRT initiatives and updates. Details and highlights include:

Shaping DRT’s Accessibility Plan 2026-2030

Durham Region Transit (DRT) is taking the next step in building a more inclusive transit system by developing its Accessibility Plan 2026–2030, guided by Durham Region’s Multi‑Year Accessibility Plan.

Through a series of engaging virtual and in‑person...