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Highlights from the November 2024 Transit Executive Committee meetingWhitby, 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 3On 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 busesWhitby, 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 meetingWhitby, 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 enhancementsWhitby, 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, 2024Whitby, 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 ZooWhitby, 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
2-for-1 Summer Youth Pass returns to Durham RegionWhitby, Ontario – Durham Region Transit (DRT) is again offering the 2-for-1 Summer Youth Pass via PRESTO. Customers who are 13 to 19 years of age can purchase the 2-for-1 Summer Youth Pass for $103.
Jun 24, 2024
Highlights from the June 2024 Transit Executive Committee MeetingWhitby, Ontario – On June 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:
- DRT replacement buses: Nova Bus has delivered five new buses to DRT, with more on the way in the coming months.
Jun 12, 2024
Highlights from the May 2024 Transit Executive Committee MeetingWhitby, Ontario – On May 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:- Summary from the 2024 Public Information Centre Series: In March and April, DRT hosted a series of Public Information Centre sessions to gather feedback from more than 700 community members on various transit-related topics.
May 13, 2024
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