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Highlights from the December 2024 Transit Executive Committee meeting

Whitby, Ontario – On Wednesday, December 4, members of the Durham Region Transit Executive Committee (TEC) met to discuss various Durham Region Transit (DRT) initiatives and updates. Details and highlights include:

• On Demand capacity

DRT’s On Demand service is operating at 240 per cent over capacity. In response to the increasing demand, capacity challenges will be addressed in the 2025 budget process. A detailed strategy will be presented early next year, providing opportunities for residents to...

Have your say! Join Durham Region Transit's Accessibility Forum.

Durham Region Transit (DRT) invites you to its Accessibility Forum on Tuesday, January 14, 2025, from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. at the Oshawa Convention Centre. This event is a valuable opportunity to engage with DRT staff, share feedback, and help shape the future of accessible public transit in Durham Region.

What to expect:

• A presentation highlighting recent accessibility initiatives and future plans.
• An open forum to discuss experiences, suggestions, and concerns.
• Updates on accessible seating,...

Temporary stop closure - Stop #1608 - Kingston Road westbound @ Glenanna Road

When: Effective until December 20, 2024, 18:00

Routes: Pulse 900, 920, 921 and N1

Stop Closure - Rossland Eastbound @ Garden (Durham Region Headquarters)

When: Monday, November 11 at 06:00 to Tuesday, December 10, at 19:00

Routes: 916 and 920

Due to construction on Rossland Road at Garden Street, Stop #480 - Rossland Road eastbound @ Garden Street (Durham Region Headquarters) will be temporarily closed.

Please use the following stops:

1. Stop #477 - Rossland Road eastbound @ Civic Centre Drive.
2. Temporary stop located on Rossland Road eastbound @ Garden Street, East of Garden Street.

Highlights from the November 2024 Transit Executive Committee meeting

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

• Introducing DRT’s High School Ambassadors: DRT has launched its pilot High School Ambassador Program (HSAP) for the 2024-2025 school year at Ajax High School. This engaging and educational volunteer opportunity allows the selected students to partner with DRT to promote the benefits...