Back to SearchWhitby, Ontario – On Wednesday, February 5, members of the Durham Region Transit Executive Committee (TEC) met to discuss various Durham Region Transit (DRT) initiatives and updates. Details and highlights include:
- TEC Vice-Chair: Commissioner Schummer will continue to serve as Vice-Chair of the Transit Executive Committee.
- DRT at the Oshawa Generals Game: DRT was proud to sponsor the Oshawa Generals game on Sunday, February 9, 2025. Residents are encouraged to ride to and from Oshawa Generals games with ease by taking DRT.
- DRT Year in Review (2024): DRT and its employees remain committed to advancing the public transit network to be convenient and reliable; and one that continues to contribute to economic development and livable communities across the Region of Durham. Below are a just few of DRT’s notable highlights from 2024:
- 70,000 calls through DRT Customer Service.
- 60,000 new revenue service hours added to the transit network.
- 13.1 million customer trips.
- 18.9 million revenue service kilometres.
- Made arrangements for long-term transition to a battery electric fleet.
- Implemented an Outreach Worker program, in partnership with Social Services, to support unhoused and at-risk residents intersecting with DRT.
- Began the High School Ambassador pilot program at Ajax High School.
- Launched the One fare program in partnership with the Ministry of Transportation, eliminating double fares for customers transferring between DRT and the Toronto Transit Commission (TTC).
- DRT Accessibility Forum: DRT hosted its annual Accessibility Forum on January 14, 2025. The purpose of the event was to highlight DRT’s accessibility features and provide an opportunity for riders and the community to share ideas to enhance accessibility across the transit network.
- Uxbridge Local Area Transit Plan: A series of Public Information Centres were held for Uxbridge residents in late January. These in-person and virtual sessions gave riders an opportunity to provide feedback on transit services in Uxbridge and surrounding areas, help inform DRT’s Local Area Transit Plan. Through 2025, DRT is developing the next five-year service strategy, and this input will help inform the strategy.
Quotes
“2024 was a remarkable year for Durham Region Transit. With 13.1 million customer trips and 60,000 new revenue service hours added, we are proud of our commitment to providing a reliable, accessible and convenient public transit network that supports economic development and livable communities across Durham Region.”
- John Henry, Regional Chair and Chief Executive Officer
“On behalf of Durham Region Transit, I am delighted to continue working with Commissioner Schummer as our Vice-Chair. Commissioner Schummer’s leadership and vision will be instrumental as we continue to advance our public transit network for all our communities.”
- Regional Councillor Marilyn Crawford, Chair of the Transit Executive Committee
“Community engagement is vital to our planning process. The feedback from our Public Information Centres and the insights gathered from our Accessibility Forum are invaluable as we develop DRT’s service strategies. As the network expands and transit becomes a more realistic option for travel across the Region and beyond, DRT is committed to listening to residents and making transit services more accessible and responsive to their needs.”
- Bill Holmes, General Manager of Durham Region Transit
To view the complete TEC agenda, visit DurhamRegionTransit.com/TECFebruary2025.
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Media inquiries:
The Regional Municipality of Durham:
Corporate Communications
905-668-4113 extension 2383
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