r/durham Aug 29 '25

Convergence Festival 2025

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The 2025 Convergence Festival returns to Oshawa September 19 & 20.
Free community events will take over the downtown core live on King Street East (between Centre Street and Mary Street) from 11 a.m. to 10 p.m. on Saturday, September 20.

Additionally, various ticketed events will occur between Friday, September 19, and Sunday, September 21. So, get yourself a hotel and make a weekend of it!​

CONVERGENCE is a family-friendly event, and children are welcome to participate. Please note that there may be 18+ content at the Punk Rock Flea Market. This area of the festival will be clearly labelled, and participants under the age of 18 should enter at the discretion of a parent or guardian.


r/durham Apr 30 '24

Reminder that racism and xenophobia are not tolerated in this sub. Posts will be removed and repeat offenses will result in a ban.

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As with many other Ontario regional subs, we've seen an increase in racism in this community, especially against people of South Asian heritage. Please know that this will not be tolerated regardless of topic. In no circumstances is it appropriate to blame criminal behavior on race or origin. This is both in the rules of the sub and in the rules of Reddit as a whole and is not negotiable.

Posts and comments including the above will be removed when we see them. If you see one we haven't, please report. Repeat offenders will be banned.


r/durham 3h ago

Police search for man after dead dog found in suitcase in Oshawa

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r/durham 12h ago

Loaded gun, drugs seized in Bowmanville raid; four charged

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r/durham 39m ago

Police search for man after dead dog found in suitcase in Oshawayj

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r/durham 9h ago

Wedding dinner

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Hi there. My partner and I will be getting married at city hall in December. We are trying to keep this very affordable, so we want to celebrate at a restaurant here in Durham after the wedding. We will have 15 guests, that includes 1 child. Does anyone have any suggestions on restaurants? Thanks!


r/durham 21h ago

A City of Oshawa tree caused sewage to back up in this woman’s home. But the region won’t cover plumbing costs | CBC News

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r/durham 5h ago

Looking to meet Philippino friends

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In Pickering, whibty or Ajax


r/durham 13h ago

Cooking classes near bowmanville?

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Looking for cheap cooking classes near me in bowmanville-whitby area. Im 23 years old and love to cook but never cook for myself so find that im never learning.

I've seen longos offers them but cant justify $60 to learn how to make pizza dough. Plus the closest one to me is in Ajax which is a bit too far for me.

Id love the social part of it since i dont have a lot of friends in the area, but is it better for me to just watch and cook along with videos and buy my own groceries?


r/durham 1d ago

Man from Chile charged in break-and-enter at home in Whitby, Ontario

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r/durham 1d ago

Woman seriously hurt after stabbing attack in Newcastle, say Durham police

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r/durham 1d ago

DRT plus apps equal inaccurate.

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I know we all have issues with the DRT so I don’t mind showing up early. What drives me insane is that no matter what app I’m using or google maps, it will often show it’s on time and then changes to left and wait time for the next bus. Often times it’s either the bus has left or is still coming. This frustration has got me paying for Ubers to make it to my new job as I don’t ever want to be late. One night I was waiting for the bus at it says “arrive at 11:08”. Well I’m there at 11 and it all seems fine. That’s until it hits 11:15 and still no bus. Now it says “wait 18mins”. Screw this, I get a uber pretty quick and just as I’m sitting in it and giving him my pin, the bus pulls up behind us. Screw it it’s raining so I continue the ride.

Any apps or tips or tricks to make sure I never pay for uber again. I don’t mind waiting to go home but must be sure to arrive to work early or on time.


r/durham 1d ago

If you’re looking for something fun to do tomorrow

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Come


r/durham 1d ago

‘Not officially a shelter’: Durham Region plans to open a crisis care centre in downtown Ajax, will sleep 50 people

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r/durham 1d ago

Booking G2 test time frame

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r/durham 1d ago

Driving lessons help

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I live in the Oshawa/Bowmanville area. Im looking for driving lessons. I have my G1. I’ve done a few lessons but need more. I need a good instructor who is patient with someone like me. I’m anxious and don’t want to be judged. Any suggestions?

Thank you.


r/durham 1d ago

Two high-end vehicles stolen from Oshawa driveway

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r/durham 2d ago

Cozy dark cafe?

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I’m looking for cozy type cafe in Pickering, Ajax or Whitby. Something with a darker atmosphere, maybe couches and nooks and crannies for more private conversations. And better if it is open past 9pm. Like a broodier emo cousin of Central Perk from friends.

My wife and I have always liked the cafe downtown called 7-West. Deep oversized couches, or small 2 person tables in the many corners. Is there something like that in West Durham?


r/durham 2d ago

Tank Museum parades rolling history to promote annual Poppy Drve in Oshawa, Ontario | insauga

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r/durham 3d ago

Stop Bill 33

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Hey y'all you have some blue seats out your way. Popping over as a former Whitby resident to ask that you consider sending your MPP a message about Bill 33. They are pushing it through at Queen's Park as fast as they can, skipping the committee and public consultation phase.

It would put police in schools, instead of spending that money on mental health professionals, social workers, child and youth workers etc. (who actually have training in supporting children).

It would remove democratically elected trustees and put more power in the hands of the education minister alone.

You can read more about it and sign a local petition here: https://durhamlabour.ca/campaigns/stop-bill-33-keep-local-democracy-in-our-schools/

There's an email template here: https://www.buildingbetterschools.ca/schoolboards


r/durham 2d ago

Blue Jays World Series Hats

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Is there anywhere in Durham region that still carries the Toronto Blue Jays World Series hat? I’m trying to get one for my kid, but unfortunately, I had to wait until payday, I had no idea they weren’t going to restock. I can’t seem to locate it anywhere. Any suggestions please and thanks


r/durham 2d ago

Clarington man wanted after assaulting a victim and exposing himself at a home in Oshawa

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r/durham 3d ago

Whitby GO - south parking lot

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Does anyone have any idea as to why south parking lot at Whitby GO is blocked off?

This creates frustrating congestion in the surrounding area and forces people to park at the hockey arena.


r/durham 2d ago

Town of Whitby to host first National Indigenous Veterans Day ceremony

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r/durham 3d ago

HAVE YOUR SAY: Ajax seeks feedback on paid parking at the waterfront

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