Community News

The Impact of Bill 185 on the Municipality of Clarington

On June 6, 2024, the Cutting Red Tape to Build More Homes Act (Bill 185), became an official law in Ontario. These legislative changes, aimed to support the Government of Ontario’s goal to build 1.5 million homes by 2031, will have a significant impact on residents’ rights and Clarington’s powers under the Planning Act, Development Charges Act and Municipal Act.

Here's what you should know: Elimination of appeal rights

• The change: Bill 185 has removed appeal rights for official plans, official plan...

The role of parkland and its impact on Climate Change

As residents across Clarington step outside to embrace sunshine, warm weather – and all the activities that come with it – they may be surprised to learn that their favourite neighbourhood park is doing a lot more than filling free time: it’s also having a significant impact on reducing the negative effects of Climate Change.

More than 70 parks and lots of preserved green space can be found across Clarington – and the benefits stretch beyond offering residents a place to play, take an afternoon...

Statement from Mayor Adrian Foster on National Indigenous History Month

Clarington, Ontario – June is National Indigenous History Month in Canada; Clarington Mayor Adrian Foster has issued the following statement.

“This month, we honour the history, strength, and contributions of Indigenous Peoples here in Clarington and across Canada. We also pay tribute to their resilience and courage in the face of colonization, oppression, and discrimination.

We are grateful for the opportunity to live and work in Clarington on land located on the traditional and treaty territory...

Clarington celebrates opening of Newcastle Community Park

Clarington, Ontario – More than a thousand residents joined Mayor Adrian Foster and members of Council on June 1 to celebrate the official opening of Newcastle Community Park, located on the west side of the Diane Hamre Recreation Complex. The $3.5 million community park features a tournament-grade hardball diamond, new tennis and pickleball courts, a skateboard park, paved walkways and a shade structure alongside the existing Newcastle Dog Park.

Following a ribbon-cutting and celebratory first...

Statement from Mayor Adrian Foster on Pride Month

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

“Pride Month is a time to celebrate our 2SLGBTQIA+ community. We reflect on the many ways that gay, bisexual, and transgender residents have pushed for progress, and made our community a better place.

We have a lot to be proud of this month. Clarington is a welcoming and inclusive community where diversity is embraced and celebrated. We recognize the importance of creating a culture of...