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Clarington’s 2026 Budget Update focuses on affordability, community priorities, and long-term value

Clarington, Ontario – The Municipality of Clarington has released its proposed 2026 Budget Update. It’s designed to deliver on the 2024-27 Strategic Plan that reflects record public engagement and focuses on what residents said they care about most. If adopted, the average household would see a modest net increase of $1.08 weekly on Clarington’s third of the property tax bill (translating to a 0.99 per cent taxpayer increase). This is about $56.40 annually.

In the 2026 draft budget, the property tax...

Lives lost, voices raised: Confronting the rise in intimate partner violence

Intimate partner violence (IPV) is claiming more lives in our community than ever before. Behind each statistic is a person, a family, and a preventable tragedy.

Join us at Garnet B. Rickard Recreation Complex on December 10, from 6 to 8 p.m., as we unpack the root causes of this deadly trend, and—more importantly—offer pathways for community members to ask questions, get support, and be part of the solution.

This community-centred event features:

• Keynote speaker Riley Spigarelli, Bethesda House...

Beyond the stereotypes: Clarington to host US & THEM film screening and community discussion

Homelessness has a face, a story, and a name.

On December 3, join the Municipality of Clarington and community partners for a free screening of US & THEM, an eye-opening documentary that explores the human side of homelessness. Stay for a community discussion as local voices share insight, compassion, and local strategies for change.

Following the film, stay for a panel discussion exploring the lived experience of homelessness with local community members.

Event details

🗓️ Wednesday, December 3,...

Statement from Mayor Adrian Foster on Remembrance Day

Clarington Mayor Adrian Foster has issued the following statement in honour of Remembrance Day.

“Today, we wear poppies over our hearts to keep the memory of our veterans close and honour their service and sacrifice. We remember the brave men and women who served in Canada’s military in times of war, military conflict and peace.

Remembrance is not passive, it is a call to vigilance. We have been warned: lest we forget. Lest we forget what led to war – hatred, division, and indifference, used to...

Statement from Mayor Adrian Foster on Indigenous Veterans Day

In honour of Indigenous Veterans Day, Clarington Mayor Adrian Foster has issued the following statement.

“Today, we remember the thousands of First Nations, Inuit and Metis veterans who served in Canada’s military. They protected our nation with courage and resilience, yet were excluded from Remembrance Day observances at the National War Memorial until 1995. Despite their service, many Indigenous veterans faced systemic discrimination and injustice – both during and after their time in uniform....