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Share your voice at Durham Region Transit’s Public Information Centres!
Whitby, Ontario – Durham Region Transit (DRT) is pleased to announce its annual Public Information Centres (PICs) for 2024. DRT’s service design team will be available virtually or onsite to answer questions and provide information on DRT’s network, planning process and the future of public transit service in Durham Region.
Mar 04, 2024
Transfer for free between DRT and the TTCHighlights from the February 2024 Transit Executive Committee MeetingWhitby, Ontario – On February 7, members of the Durham Region Transit Executive Committee (TEC) met to discuss various Durham Region Transit (DRT) initiatives and updates. Details and highlights include:
- Fare Integration – Removal of Double Fares Program: The Province of Ontario’s
Feb 09, 2024
Ontario Launching “One Fare" to Save Transit Riders $1,600Transit riders using multiple transit agencies will transfer at no extra charge
TORONTO — The Ontario government is keeping costs down for public transit riders with the launch of “One Fare,” which will save riders an average of $1,600 each year. Beginning February 26, 2024, riders will pay only once as they transfer for free between the TTC and participating transit agencies in the Greater Toronto Area, including GO Transit.
Feb 05, 2024
Durham Region Transit making changes in 2024In 2023, Durham Region Transit (DRT) achieved success, navigated challenges and focused on the route ahead. Our record-breaking ridership levels — especially this fall — exceeded pre-pandemic levels.
Dec 19, 2023
Highlights from the December 2023 Transit Executive Committee MeetingWhitby, Ontario – On December 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:
- Year-end numbers for 2023: Each year, DRT collects and compiles ridership data to adjust for the coming year and reflect on milestones in the past year.
Dec 08, 2023
Highlights from the November 2023 Transit Executive Committee MeetingWhitby, Ontario – On November 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:
- Updates to DRT’s Customer Policies: DRT customer-facing policies have been updated as DRT continues to modernize its service and create a customer experience that is consistent and equitable across services.
Nov 09, 2023
Highlights from the October 2023 Transit Executive Committee MeetingWhitby, 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.
Oct 06, 2023
Highlights from the September 2023 Transit Executive Committee MeetingWhitby, 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.
Sep 07, 2023
Toronto Transit Commission supports DRT’s September service update following fireWhitby, 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 Aug 28, 2023
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