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Highlights from the October 2025 Transit Executive Committee meeting

Whitby, Ontario – On Wednesday, October 8, members of the Durham Region Transit Executive Committee (TEC) met to discuss various Durham Region Transit (DRT) initiatives and updates. Details and highlights include:

• Truth and Reconciliation Walk: On September 26, more than 200 Durham Region, DRT and community members took part in the annual walk for Truth and Reconciliation. DRT participated in the event, offering transportation for participants who needed additional support to complete the route....

Highlights from the September 2025 Transit Executive Committee meeting

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

• Honouring those who serve: In honour of Canadian Armed Forces (CAF) members—including active-duty personnel, reservists, and veterans—TEC has approved a new fare program. This special recognition program will align with the Canadian Legion’s National Poppy Campaign, running from the...

September service updates: More trips to school, work, and play

Durham Region Transit (DRT) is rolling out its September service updates to help customers get where they need to go, whether that be to school, work, play, or other destinations. These updates are designed to keep pace with growth across Durham, meet increased travel demand after summer, and ensure reliable service as students and commuters return to fall routines.

When: Effective September 2, 2025.

Where: Durham Region and across DRT’s network.

Why: To provide service that meets the needs of...

CUTA Young Leaders Summit 2025

Represent Durham Region Transit and help shape the future of transit.

Calling all big thinkers, problem solvers, and future leaders! Durham Region Transit (DRT) is inviting local post-secondary students to share how they see themselves shaping the future of transit. One student will be selected to attend the Canadian Urban Transit Association (CUTA) Young Leaders Summit, a national gathering of young transit minds, taking place in Montreal, Quebec from October 31 to November 2, 2025.

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Construction scheduled to begin on Durham-Scarborough Bus Rapid Transit in Ajax

A major step toward faster, more reliable and sustainable transit in Durham Region

Whitby, Ontario – A major transit milestone is underway as construction is scheduled to begin on the first segment of the median Bus Rapid Transit system along Kingston Road (Highway 2) in Ajax. This transformative transit initiative will bring faster, more frequent, and more reliable service to communities across Durham Region and into Toronto. Residents and businesses can expect to see work begin soon, marking the first...