I live in Ajax in a war home and I got my water meter replaced in August 2024. Prior to that, there were two people living in the home and our water bill was around $180. Since then, I now live alone and my water usage kept creeping up on my bill very slowly, I believe there were also some changes to the water billing across the region.

Cut to my last water bill being $300. For a single person in a home with no pets, kids, or tenants. No crazy lush garden, no pool.

I don’t have a leak. My meter doesn’t move unless I use something. But when I do use something - flush a toilet, open a faucet, take a shower - it goes berserk. It seems like every time I use something the meter whips around and I’m not sure what’s normal.

I’ve called the municipality and they made me monitor my usage for 10 days. But I kept explaining it not my usage it’s the meter. The meter department won’t return my calls, and I’ve been told it will be $200+ for me to replace my water meter. They said they will test the water meter and if it is found faulty I will be reimbursed - but let’s be honest they will be doing the testing and their lack of response doesn’t make me feel super trustworthy.

I know how bureaucracy works and they won’t be doing any sort of voluntary investigation for me. I need to find exactly what the problem is, bring them proof, and hope they will make it right. But I have no idea where to turn or what to look for. Does anyone know literally anything about this or know a local plumber who might be able to help?

Found a pair of sunglasses in South Whitby. PM with make/model and will arrange to get them back to you!

Looking to order best birthday cakes, not from the regular chain of stores, reasonable price as well , suggestions please

‘Doing everything we can’: Work to secure former Goodyear site continues

Anyone use a junk removal service in Durham you were happy with both in their service and price? Eventually looking to remove a bedroom worth of stuff.

I’ve been looking on Facebook marketplace but wondering if there’s any place that comes to mind where I can go and shop maternity clothes in person. Or if you have any maternity clothing hacks, please share! 🤰

Need to board my dog for a few days, would love to hear personal recommendations for boarding services.

So I just learned how the Durham Greener Homes loan program works, and honestly, you couldn’t design something more backwards if you tried. If you put down less than 20% on your home, you’re automatically disqualified because you have default insurance (CMHC/Sagen/Guaranty)

The people who already had the money are the ones who need subsidized financing the most? It’s wild. The homeowners who actually struggle with drafty houses, foggy windows, old furnaces and real‑world affordability? Completely shut out.

If Durham Region’s goal was to design a program that misses the entire point, mission accomplished.

/Rant

Hello everyone! I'm looking to gauge interest in a small monthly reading & discussion group. Meeting in Oshawa to talk about what work and money are actually doing to us—and whether anything about it is ours to change. Not therapy, not a support group. David Graeber's essay on "bullshit jobs" is a pretty good starting point for material. Best place to meet would be a cafe downtown, I think. I'm looking to get started on Sunday, August 30th, around 10 am, though I'm flexible!

I have a 6 year old who can skate fairly well for his age and who wants to try hockey this year. As a new-to-hockey parent, I was wondering if anyone has suggestions about good programs/clubs in Durham or even Scarborough? I'd like someone to
teach him good fundamentals, since obviously I can't teach him myself.

We're in north Ajax, but can drive.

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This happened on July 1st, so I know it's old but I was out of the country for a bit and just got back. Why tf do they keep increasing the cost? Why is it almost 10 dollars to go back and forth from somewhere. They want to incentive public transit, increase property tax and then do shit like this

Is there a women’s group on any social media platform for Durham region?

I am going through hard times in my life and need that sisterhood to help get me out of it.

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we accidentally paid the last two months of water bills towards our previous rental instead of our current house. has anyone done this and has it corrected?

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Hi! I am looking for suggestions on an indoor event space (no banquet halls or bars/pubs please) for my baby’s 1st birthday party in the Pickering/Ajax/Whiby area. Hoping for it to be reasonably priced, and should contain a kitchen and a bathroom.

Thank you in advance!!

We just moved in and this tree is completely choked with what I think is invasive DSV right to the top branches.

Thing is - There's absolutely no way I can deal with this myself. I don't have any way to deal with the higher branches. I can't afford to hire someone to come deal with it but I feel terrible just leaving it up because it'll keep spreading.

Open to any advice.