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  • Highlights from the February 2025 Transit Executive Committee meeting

    Whitby, 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.
      Feb 10, 2025
  • What does accessible transit look like to you?

    Durham Region Transit (DRT) invites you to its 2025 Accessibility Forum

    Whitby, Ontario – Have your say at Durham Region Transit's Accessibility Forum. This event is a valuable opportunity to engage with DRT staff, share feedback, and help shape the future of accessible public transit in Durham Region.

    Jan 07, 2025
  • Highlights from the December 2024 Transit Executive Committee meeting

    Whitby, Ontario – On Wednesday, December 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:

    • On Demand capacity

    DRT’s On Demand service is operating at 240 per cent over capacity.

    Dec 09, 2024
  • Highlights from the November 2024 Transit Executive Committee meeting
    Whitby, Ontario – On Wednesday, November 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:

    • Introducing DRT’s High School Ambassadors: DRT has launched its pilot High School Ambassador Program (HSAP) for the 2024-2025 school year at Ajax High School.

    Nov 15, 2024
  • Daylight Saving Time - November 3
    On Sunday, November 3, service on, N1 and N2, will end one hour earlier due to daylight saving time. Customers are encouraged to use the trip planner on DRT's homepage or call customer service at 1-(866)-247-0055 to help plan your trip.
    Nov 01, 2024
  • Durham Region Transit welcomes its six first electric buses

    Whitby, ON – Durham Region Transit (DRT) is delighted to announce the arrival of six new electric buses, and the first key milestone in delivering the E-Mission Zero program. This initiative is part of DRT’s commitment to achieving zero greenhouse gas emissions through a sustainable network of vehicles, infrastructure, and facilities by 2037.

    Sep 06, 2024
  • Highlights from the September 2024 Transit Executive Committee meeting

    Whitby, Ontario – On Wednesday, September 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:

    • September service enhancements: Effective September 3, 2024, DRT introduced new routes, enhanced scheduled service to some areas previously served by On Demand, improved connections to GO Transit, and invested in improving reliability.
      Sep 05, 2024
  • September 3, 2024, service enhancements

    Whitby, Ontario – On Tuesday, September 3, 2024, Durham Region Transit (DRT) will implement service enhancements to reflect the return to school and work following summer vacation, introduce scheduled service to some areas previously served by On Demand, and improve connections to GO Transit.

    When: Changes to DRT service will take place on Tuesday, September 3, 2024.

    Aug 27, 2024
  • Youth 10 (Y10) monthly pass starts on September 1, 2024

    Whitby, Ontario – Durham Region Transit (DRT) is once again offering the discounted Y10 monthly youth pass via PRESTO. Customers who are 13 to 19 years of age can purchase the Y10 monthly pass for $84.

    Aug 01, 2024
  • Ride into the wild with DRT to the Toronto Zoo

    Whitby, Ontario – Durham Region Transit (DRT) is bringing back the 917Z to serve the Toronto Zoo and Rouge National Urban Park this summer.

    Route 917Z is a convenient, safe, and efficient way for Durham residents to travel to two family friendly attractions.

    Jun 25, 2024
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