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June 20, 2022 service updates

Whitby, Ontario – This June, Durham Region Transit (DRT) services will be updated to include our seasonal service extension to the Toronto Zoo and Rouge National Urban Park, and to the Ajax Waterfront. Other changes include extending PULSE 901 and route N2 north to Winfield Farms, and reinstating service every 10 minutes on PULSE 901 on weekdays.

When: Service updates will begin on Monday, June 20, 2022.

Where: Routes are being adjusted across Durham Region as follows:

Affected route(s)

Change(s)

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Transit Executive Committee: Pilot program for Next Bus digital signs; 2021 Safe Driver Awards; Youth monthly pass incentives

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

• Pilot program for Next Bus digital signs: DRT began the installation of new pilot digital signs at selected DRT stops and terminals during the week of April 4. The solar-powered signs provide live updates about bus departure times, similar to Transit App, and are equipped with a...

Transit Executive Committee: April service updates; Bus Rapid Transit shelter update; ACCESS Pass shifting to PRESTO

Whitby, Ontario – Members of the Durham Region Transit Executive Committee (TEC) met virtually on April 6 to discuss various Durham Region Transit (DRT) initiatives and updates. Details and highlights include:

• April service updates: On April 4, DRT introduced service updates, including a new route for north Bowmanville on weekdays. Additional trips were added for several routes and extended service was reinstated for other routes. For more details, visit DurhamRegionTransit.com/AprilServiceUpdates.

April 4, 2022 service updates

Whitby, Ontario – This April, Durham Region Transit (DRT) service will be updated to increase frequency and extend service on some routes. A new scheduled route will be implemented in Bowmanville to address increasing demand.

When: Service updates will begin on Monday, April 4, 2022.

Where: Routes are being adjusted across Durham Region as follows:

Affected route

Change(s)

Route 302

• Updates to schedules to improve service reliability.  Departure times may have changed.

Route 403

• New trip from the Oshawa...

Transit Executive Committee: Service updates and integration, rapid transit, zero emission and more

Whitby, Ontario – Members of the Durham Region Transit Executive Committee (TEC) met virtually on March 2 to discuss various Durham Region Transit (DRT) initiatives and updates. Details and highlights include:

• March 7 service updates: It was reported that service changes, effective March 7, will include the return of some temporarily paused service, as well as the launch of new service based on ridership demand. Operations at Pickering Parkway Terminal are also being updated to alleviate...