Community News

Clarington shares proposed budget update for 2025

Clarington, Ontario – Clarington’s proposed 2025 Budget Update is now available for review online. Clarington is proposing a net tax increase of approximately $91 for the average household, or about $7.59 per month.

The 2025 Budget Update includes capital investments in infrastructure to support the delivery of the Parks, Recreation, and Culture Master Plan, including breaking ground on the new South Bowmanville Recreation Centre, upgrades to parks, trails and roads across the municipality, the...

Statement on National Day of Remembrance and Action on Violence Against Women

Clarington, Ontario – As we mark National Day of Remembrance and Action on Violence Against Women, Clarington Mayor Adrian Foster has issued the following statement.

“This year, National Day of Remembrance and Action on Violence Against Women resonates deeply within our community. It’s a heartrending moment to acknowledge all those who have endured gender-based violence and to mourn those we’ve tragically lost.

Each year, we remember the 14 young women senselessly killed in a hateful act of...

Clarington calls on Provincial and Federal governments to take action on homelessness crisis

Clarington, Ontario – On Monday, December 2, Clarington’s General Government Committee supported the Ontario Big City Mayors (OBCM) Solve the Crisis Campaign. Regional Councillor Willie Woo, Clarington’s representative at OBCM, has issued this statement:

“A humanitarian crisis is unfolding on our streets, and urgent action is needed to support those living unsheltered. Clarington stands with the Ontario Big City Mayors Solve the Crisis Campaign, urging Provincial and Federal Governments to take...

Clarington is now accepting Access 2 cards!

With International Day of Persons with Disabilities tomorrow, we are thrilled to share that we are now accepting Access 2 cards at our community facilities.

December 3 marks the United Nations’ International Day of Persons with Disabilities—a day to promote the rights and well-being of persons with disabilities at every level of society, and to raise awareness of the situation of persons with disabilities in all aspects of political, social, economic, and cultural life.

At Clarington, we are...

Statement on racist graffiti found in Clarington

The Municipality of Clarington is sharing the following statements condemning the recent discovery of racist graffiti in Clarington:  

Statement from Clarington Mayor Adrian Foster: 

“As Mayor of Clarington, it is with a heavy heart that I address this recent incident of hate and ignorance. This small-minded act certainly does not reflect the values we cherish in Clarington – values of respect, equity, and inclusivity. We remain dedicated to creating a community where everyone can feel safe and...