Community News

Construction notice: 2025 sidewalk repair project

Work is underway to repair cracked, uneven and damaged sidewalks and curbs across Clarington as part of our annual sidewalk maintenance program. The work is expected to be completed by October 2025.

This important work involves lifting or removing and replacing over 540 sidewalk bays (individual sidewalk sections) and short lengths of curb.

Here’s what you need to know:

• The affected roadways will remain open; however, residents may experience occasional disruptions to property access, particularly...

Clarington Emergency and Fire Services lifts burn ban

As of noon on August 20, 2025, Clarington Emergency and Fire Services has lifted the burn ban.

We remind residents that while the burn ban has been lifted, everyone must continue to follow Clarington's Open-Air Burning By-law. To learn more about the rules, get safety tips, or apply for a permit visit, www.clarington.net/OpenAirBurning.

Thank you for your cooperation in keeping our community safe.

On Monday, August 11, 2025, Clarington Emergency and Fire Services issued a burn ban for all of...

Construction Notice: Baseball diamond reconstruction underway at Soper Creek Park

Work is underway to reconstruct the baseball diamond at Soper Creek Park in Bowmanville. During construction, the playground, basketball court and parking lot remain open. The baseball diamond and batting cage have been fenced off for construction and public safety. Please use caution when walking or cycling along the driveway, as heavy equipment and trucks will be moving through the area.

Upgrades include:

• Replacement of the backstop
• New players’ benches and dugouts
• Reconstruction of the infield and...

Playground upgrade coming to Lord Elgin Park in Bowmanville

Clarington is making exciting improvements to Lord Elgin Park in Bowmanville with improved accessibility and a new playground designed for all ages.

The upcoming upgrade will add a larger play area with new play structures suitable for all ages, swings—including an accessible swing—benches, and newly paved pathways. A ramp and wood fibre safety surfacing will further enhance accessibility, ensuring children of all abilities can enjoy the space together.

Construction will begin the week of Monday,...

Community mural unveiled at site of downtown Bowmanville fire

Clarington, Ontario – Today in downtown Bowmanville, the Municipality of Clarington unveiled a temporary mural wall at the site of the tragic fire of March 6, 2025. The mural is a heartfelt tribute to our community’s #BowmanvilleStrong spirit and features archival photos that honour the unique history of the site.

“The fire left a hole in the heart of downtown Bowmanville, so Team Clarington stepped up to design and build a temporary solution to beautify the streets while honouring the building’s...