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Fare-free transit for Canadian Armed Forces members
Whitby, Ontario – Durham Region Transit (DRT), in partnership with the Region of Durham, is proud to offer a limited-time fare incentive for Canadian Armed Forces (CAF) members, reservists and veterans.
To qualify for fare-free travel, eligible individuals must present one of the following:
- Veteran’s Service Card (NDI 75)
- Canadian Forces Identification Card (NDI 20)
- CFOne Card
- Temporary National Defence Identification Card (NDI 10) or
- Appear in uniform or wearing service medals
When: From October 31.
Oct 28, 2025
Durham Region Transit to resume On Demand service on Tuesday, October 21 after temporary outageWhitby, Ontario – The technical issue affecting Durham Region Transit’s (DRT) On Demand booking app has been resolved. Starting October 21, all scheduled DRT On Demand trips will resume as previously scheduled.
Oct 21, 2025
Durham Region Transit’s On Demand services temporarily disrupted due to service outageWhitby, Ontario – Durham Region Transit (DRT) is experiencing technical difficulties with its On Demand Transit app. These issues are related to a broader issue through the vendor’s cloud infrastructure provider, impacting the app’s functionality.
Oct 20, 2025
Highlights from the October 2025 Transit Executive Committee meetingWhitby, 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.
Oct 16, 2025
Highlights from the September 2025 Transit Executive Committee meetingWhitby, 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.
Sep 11, 2025
September service updates: More trips to school, work, and playDurham 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.
Aug 22, 2025
Detour - Route 407 - Wilson Road closure between Dean Avenue and Bloor StreetWhen: Extended until Thursday, December 31, 2026
Route: 407
Due to a road closure on Wilson Road between Dean Avenue and Bloor Street, Route 407 will detour. Northbound buses will operate via Bloor Street, Harmony Road, Olive Avenue and Wilson Road.
Aug 06, 2025
CUTA Young Leaders Summit 2025Represent 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.
Aug 05, 2025
Construction scheduled to begin on Durham-Scarborough Bus Rapid Transit in AjaxA 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.
Jul 30, 2025
Back-to-school savings with Durham Region Transit’s (DRT) Y10 monthly youth passWhitby, Ontario – With summer winding down and back-to-school season just around the corner, DRT is here to help by offering the discounted Y10 monthly youth pass to customers who are 13 to 19 years of age.
Customers who purchase a pass every month from September until June will save $20.
Jul 28, 2025
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