News and Public Notices

Review the draft Parks, Recreation and Culture Master Plan for a chance to win an iPad mini

Clarington: did we get it right?

With input from residents, community groups, staff and council, and backed by extensive data, trends and analysis, a comprehensive Parks, Recreation and Culture Master Plan (PRCMP) has been drafted and is ready to share with the public.

Clarington residents are invited to review the PRCMP (or highlights) and submit their feedback at www.clarington.net/PRCMP between Tuesday, September 17 to Sunday, October 6, 2024 for a chance to win an iPad mini!

“When we create public...

Clarington announces new Deputy CAO of Planning and Infrastructure

The Municipality of Clarington is pleased to announce Darryl Lyons as its new Deputy CAO of Planning and Infrastructure, effective October 7.

Lyons is a professional planner with more than 24 years of experience. He joins Clarington from the City of Markham, where he was the Deputy Director of Planning and Urban Design. During that time, he provided leadership on development, parks, urban design, policy and housing, and was instrumental in leading efforts for the Yonge North Subway Extension,...

Gym floor renewal coming to Diane Hamre Recreation Complex

Update: The gym closure has been extended to September 30. All scheduled programs, drop-in activities and rentals from September 23 to 30 have been cancelled. If you have registered for a program, or booked a rental in the Diane Hamre Recreation Complex gym during this time, Community Services staff will reach out to you about a refund.

Please be advised that renovations are happening in the Diane Hamre Recreation Complex gymnasium from August 26 to September 23, 2024. 

During this time, the gym will...

Newcastle Community Park tennis and pickleball courts to close Sept. 17-19

The Newcastle Community Park tennis and pickleball courts will be closed for court and surface treatment repairs on September 17 to 19 (weather permitting).

Tennis courts remain open at Avondale Park, Green Park, Guildwood Park, Lions Parkette, Newcastle Community Park, Orono Park and Solina Park, and pickleball courts remain open at Orono Park.  View our park listings to learn more.

We apologize for the inconvenience and appreciate your patience.

Lace up your skates and celebrate the reopening of Orono Arena with a free public skate!

Renovations at Orono Arena are officially complete, and we invite you to celebrate with us on Saturday, September 28! Join us for the ribbon-cutting ceremony at 1 p.m., followed by a free public skate and complimentary hot chocolate.

Orono Arena closed for the summer as crews completed critical upgrades that will extend the arena’s lifespan by another 15 years. The $3 million renovation project included replacing the refrigerated floor under the ice pad, upgrading the changing rooms and shower areas...