Press Releases

Region of Durham Commits $2.75 Million Toward Affordable Housing in Uxbridge

The Townships of Uxbridge is very pleased to announce that the Region of Durham has committed $2.75 million in funding through the At Home Incentive Program to support Kindred Works in developing 25 affordable units in Uxbridge.

Kindred Works plans to build 105 rental homes, with 25 of the units being affordable rental housing within the two six-storey buildings located at 15-23 Main Street North, Uxbridge. This redevelopment will take place at the Trinity United Church site. For this...

Region of Durham recognizes National Indigenous History Month

Whitby, Ontario – The following statement is being issued on behalf of John Henry, Regional Chair and Chief Executive Officer for The Regional Municipality of Durham:

“National Indigenous History Month (June) is a time to recognize the rich and diverse history of Indigenous Peoples; focusing on the continued stewardship of the lands and waters we reside on.

It is a time for all Canadians to renew relationships with First Nations, Inuit, and Métis Peoples based on the recognition of rights, respect...

Uxbridge Firefighter Memorial Statue and Garden Set to Unveil Oct. 5th, 2024

Thanks to the generous donations of the community coupled with federal funding and the fundraising efforts of local firefighters, the Firefighter’s Association,  in partnership with the Uxbridge Fire Department, the Township of Uxbridge and the Uxbridge Scott Historical Society, has achieved their fundraising goal for the Firefighter Memorial and Garden! Planning for construction has begun at the Uxbridge Fire Hall and next steps include preparing the site and installing the foundation for the...

Bike Month Bingo Returns! Celebrate Bike Month with Bingo and Other Activities

The Township of Uxbridge is celebrating Bike Month in June. Bike Month is a time to celebrate cycling, swap your car rides for bike rides, pick up a new hobby, and to have fun.  

The Township of Uxbridge Active Transportation Committee is encouraging residents to get out on their bikes. Uxbridge Bike Month Bingo is available for download from the Township website. The Bingo card features 24 squares of bike-related and cycling activities. Enter to win a prize by submitting photos showing your...

Road Construction - Bridge Reconstructions to Affect Sandford Road and Reach Street

Nonquon and Smith bridge replacements in the townships of Scugog and Uxbridge

The Regional Municipality of Durham will begin construction of the bridge replacements over the Nonquon River and Pefferlaw Creek in the townships of Scugog and Uxbridge. The limits of the work include Reach Street between Highway 12/7 and Marsh Hill Road and Sandford Road between Concession Road 2 and Concession Road 3.

Construction Schedule
The Region’s contractor, Soncin Contracting Ltd. anticipates completing the...