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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...

March 7, 2022 service updates

Whitby, Ontario – This March, Durham Region Transit (DRT) service will be modified to increase frequency, adjust routings and restore trips that were temporarily reduced.

When: Service updates will begin on Monday, March 7, 2022.

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

Affected route

Change(s)

Route 101 / 101A Bay Ridges

• To reduce traffic congestion at the Pickering Parkway Terminal, buses will pause at Pickering Station before resuming service
• Trips will service stop B13, west...

Transit Executive Committee: DRT Business Plan and Budget highlights; Fare and service integration; OPTA EnAbling Change

Whitby, Ontario – Members of the Durham Region Transit Executive Committee (TEC) met virtually on February 2, 2022 to discuss various Durham Region Transit (DRT) initiatives and updates. Details and highlights include:

• 2022 DRT Business Plan and Budget highlights:
  • Service Plan adjustments for this year include the introduction of PULSE 15-minutes service on Taunton (Route 915) on weekends and more frequent service on existing routes including the PULSE 901 Simcoe, 902 King, Route 920 between...

Whitby Autonomous Vehicle Electric shuttle pilot conclusion

Whitby, Ontario – The Whitby Autonomous Vehicle Electric (WAVE) shuttle pilot project will conclude testing in February 2022. The project team would like to thank all partners, sponsors, staff and members of the community for their support during the testing period.

The conclusion of the pilot project was announced at the Durham Region Transit Executive Committee (TEC) Meeting on Wednesday, February 2, following additional updates on the WAVE shuttle pilot project. More than 250 passengers had...

Service delays due to weather

Whitby, Ontario – Due to inclement weather, services are delayed as Durham Region Transit (DRT) operators are using extra caution as they travel at reduced speeds, reflecting weather conditions. 

When: Monday, January 17, 2022.

Where: The following services are impacted due to weather conditions: 

• DRT services across the Region are delayed.
• On Demand service in rural and urban communities is suspended until tomorrow.
• Specialized transit non-essential travel is unavailable.
• Overnight service is cancelled.