Press Releases

Clarington creating accessible spaces with the installation of mobility device charging stations

Clarington, Ontario –  With a quick cut of a blue ribbon, Clarington has unveiled some 15 locations across the Municipality equipped with mobility device charging stations.  

“This is another milestone in our commitment to removing barriers across the community and allowing everyone access to our indoor and outdoor spaces. This is a great initiative that will support people using scooters, wheelchairs and other mobility devices to get around, knowing that they can stop and charge at any...

Durham Region pleased that GO East Extension is moving ahead

Whitby, Ontario – Durham Region is pleased that the GO Lakeshore East extension to Bowmanville was included in the provincial budget and is moving ahead. It will bring a much-needed connection to the larger GO Transit network.

This expanded rail transit service will help to reduce congestion in the Greater Toronto and Hamilton Area (GTHA), while connecting people to education and job opportunities.

The Region of Durham has worked closely with the City of Oshawa, Municipality of Clarington, Metrolinx...

New mosaic mural showcases Clarington’s continued strength and resiliency

Clarington, Ontario – Clarington unveiled a large mosaic mural of a flourishing apple tree at Town Hall this morning, symbolizing new growth and unity in the face of adversity. The mural was unveiled together with sponsor Ontario Power Generation and is made up of more than 700 individual tiles painted by residents and community groups as part of a community-wide art project in the summer of 2021.

“The mosaic mural project was a perfect way to safely reconnect the community and showcase our resiliency...

A community for all: Clarington cements its commitment to combat racism and discrimination

Clarington, Ontario – Council has endorsed an Inclusive Spaces Policy and granted approval for Clarington to start the process to join the Coalition of Inclusive Municipalities, cementing its commitment to combat racism and discrimination.

Clarington developed the Inclusive Spaces Policy in partnership with its Diversity Advisory Committee to create an open environment where everyone is welcome to freely enjoy our facilities and spaces without fear of harassment, racism, and discrimination. The Policy...

Mayor Foster lifts local declaration of emergency

“We stand together as a community to embrace a new normal and rebuild.”

Clarington, Ontario – Mayor Adrian Foster has issued the following statement lifting Clarington’s declaration of emergency in partnership with the Region of Durham and all Durham Region municipalities.

“Two years ago, on April 1, 2020, Clarington joined the Region of Durham and numerous other municipalities and jurisdictions in Canada and worldwide in declaring a state of emergency because of the COVID-19 pandemic. Now, we are...