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Your winter fun starts here! Winter program registration opens soon

Registration opens on Wednesday, December 10, at 7 a.m. for all winter swimming lessons, group fitness classes, 55+ Active Adult programs and recreation programs for all ages. We encourage you to set aside some time for registration due to the high demand.

If you can’t complete your registration right away, stay in the online queue. Remaining in the queue will hold your spot and allow you to complete your payment when it’s your turn.

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It’s time! You’re invited to the grand opening of Newcastle’s new rink on December 22

Your family’s favourite winter destination is finally here—Newcastle’s new outdoor rink brings seasonal cheer. ⛸️

On Monday, December 22, from 4 to 7 p.m., come celebrate the grand opening of Clarington’s second outdoor refrigerated skating rink, located outside Diane Hamre Recreation Complex.

Be among the first to skate the new rink and enjoy free festive fun for all ages—including inflatables, local performances, entertainment, and hot chocolate.

At 6 o’clock, gather ’round for a twinkling...

Statement from Mayor Foster on Transgender Day of Remembrance

As we mark Transgender Day of Remembrance, Clarington Mayor Adrian Foster has issued the following statement.

“Today, we honour those whose lives have been lost and impacted by anti-transgender violence. Transgender Day of Remembrance is about standing up and speaking out about the hate and violent crimes against the transgender community and showing support and advocacy for the rights of trans, Two-Spirit and gender-diverse individuals.

Hate only tears us apart and divides our community. Let’s...

Start the season sparkling at the annual Courtice Tree-Lighting Ceremony

Celebrate the tradition that brings people together at the annual Tree-Lighting Ceremony at the Courtice Community Complex on Saturday, December 13, from 5 to 8 p.m.

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Enjoy a night full of feel-good moments, including:

• Watch the tree light up and sparkle at 7 p.m.
• Skate on the outdoor rink (weather permitting)
  • Wristbands available at the customer service desk on event day for 50-minute sessions at 5 p.m., 6 p.m., or 7 p.m. (45-person capacity per skate)
• Free hot...

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...