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Highlights from the October 2023 Transit Executive Committee Meeting

Whitby, Ontario – On October 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:

• E-Mission Zero – Approval to negotiate an agreement with PowerON for Durham Region Transit's electrification infrastructure: DRT proposed a strategy to deliver and manage the infrastructure and energy assets required to support the transit fleet electrification plan. DRT will pursue a framework...

Highlights from the September 2023 Transit Executive Committee Meeting

Whitby, Ontario – On September 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:

• Fire at the Raleigh bus depot: TEC members acknowledged DRT's resiliency and ability to quickly adapt and return to regular service after a fire at the Raleigh bus depot on August 16, 2023.
• September service enhancements: On Tuesday, September 5, DRT implemented service changes to reflect the...

Durham Region Transit information booths at local fairs

As local fair season approaches, we are excited to share that DRT will be attending! Join us throughout September at the Orono, Uxbridge, Sunderland, and Beaverton Fairs, as well as Pickering Transportation Day.

 Swing by our DRT booth to learn more about: 

• Bus routes
• Schedules and fare options
• Accessible services
• Student discounts
• Various pass options

 Our friendly staff will be on site to answer any questions you may have, and provide information to help with your unique transportation needs.

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Meet DRT at your post-secondary school’s orientation day

We are excited to announce an exciting opportunity for students to connect with Durham Region Transit (DRT) this September! DRT will be visiting Durham College and Trent University in late August and throughout the month of September.

Our DRT Ambassadors will be on site to help students learn how to navigate to their campus and Durham Region, whether commuting to school, work, exploring local attractions, or simply enjoying a leisurely trip. At each orientation, students will have the...

Toronto Transit Commission supports DRT’s September service update following fire

Whitby, Ontario –Toronto Transit Commission (TTC) buses are temporarily joining the Durham Region Transit (DRT) fleet.

The TTC has generously supported the DRT’s efforts to implement its September service updates following a fire at the Oshawa bus depot by loaning DRT 10 buses. The buses remain branded as TTC buses, but may include decals or other temporary markings to identify them as DRT buses. All route numbers remain unchanged and will be displayed on bus destination signs.

The TTC buses will...