News and Public Notices

Playground upgrade coming to Brookhouse Parkette in Newcastle

Families in Newcastle can look forward to a refreshed and expanded outdoor play space as work begins this summer to upgrade the playground at Brookhouse Parkette. Starting the week of, Monday, August 4, crews will begin construction on a new larger play area, featuring a combination junior/senior play structure, new benches, and wood fibre safety surfacing to enhance both safety and accessibility.

While the construction is underway, parts of the park may be temporarily closed. We appreciate your...

Join our team! Check out this week's employment opportunities!

Clarington is an equal opportunity employer and a great place to build a career. We value teamwork and diversity and offer an environment where staff can grow and pursue advancement opportunities while making a difference in the community.

Check out our employment opportunities below and apply online to join our incredible team.

Current Jobs:

• Principal Planner
• Part-Time Customer Service Representatives
• Project Manager, Information Technology (up to 24 months)
• Temporary Clerk II (up to 18 months)

Emancipation Day: ‘A reminder of a shameful chapter in our history’

Clarington, Ontario – As we mark Emancipation Day, Clarington Mayor Adrian Foster has issued the following statement.

“On Emancipation Day, we commemorate the abolition of slavery. This day is a reminder of a shameful chapter in our history, the injustices endured by people of African descent and the intergenerational impact of slavery.

It’s a time to recognize the courage of those who fought against slavery and to celebrate the Slavery Abolition Act, which came into effect in 1834 and marked a...

Notice of tax sale: Three properties for sale by public tender

Update: August 1, 2025: The property at 245 Toronto Street in Newcastle will no longer be included in the tax sale.

Update July 31, 2025: The property at 1253 Townline Road North in Courtice will no longer be included in the tax sale.

Form 6
Sale of Land by Public Tender, Municipal Act, 2001. Ontario Regulation 181/03, Municipal Tax Sale Rules

Sale of land by public tender

The Corporation of the Municipality of Clarington

Take Notice that tenders are invited for the purchase of the lands described...

Clarington Mayor & Council Community BBQ taking place August 24

Clarington Council is inviting members of the community to come together and celebrate the end of the summer season with a fun-filled afternoon at the 2025 Mayor & Council Community BBQ. The BBQ will take place on Sunday, August 24, from noon to 3 p.m. at Orono Park (61 Princess Street, Orono). 

“What better way to wrap up the summer season than by enjoying a BBQ and outdoor activities at one of Clarington’s most beautiful parks?” said Clarington Mayor Adrian Foster. “This BBQ is about creating...