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DRT and Durham College collaborate to find transit hacksDurham Region Transit (DRT), in collaboration with our Durham College partners, proudly drove innovation forward as the focus of Durham College’s Faculty of Science, Engineering, and Information Technology (SEIT) inaugural Hackathon. The transit agency contributed expert judges, open data, and mentors to support the SEIT students throughout the event.
Apr 10, 2025
Durham Region Transit Celebrate Transit Operator and Worker Appreciation DayOn March 18, we celebrate the amazing staff at DRT who keep our community moving. Thousands of people rely on Durham Region Transit daily for safe and reliable travel within and beyond Durham.Mar 18, 2025
Durham Region Transit seeks customer feedbackWhitby, Ontario – Durham Region Transit (DRT) is seeking customer feedback, which is essential to improving transit services. Complete the DRT customer feedback survey and help improve your DRT experience.
Mar 13, 2025
Highlights from the February 2025 Transit Executive Committee meetingWhitby, 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 meetingWhitby, 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 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
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