Press Releases

Clarington meets target for new housing starts, denied Provincial funding

Clarington, Ontario – As municipalities across Ontario are being rewarded with funding for achieving their housing targets, Clarington has been denied its share.

Clarington achieved 955 new housing unit starts in 2023, exceeding the target of 953 set by the Province of Ontario and making the Municipality eligible for about $4 million from the Provincial Building Faster Fund. However, the Province of Ontario claims that Clarington only achieved 506 unit starts—or 53 per cent of its target—making...

Clarington opens infant surrender site at Bowmanville Fire Station

Clarington, Ontario – Ontario’s first Hope’s Cradle, a place where parents may safely surrender an infant, is operational at the Bowmanville Fire Station, 2430 Highway 2 in Clarington.

Clarington Emergency and Fire Services partnered with Calgary-based registered charity Gems for Gems to open the Hope’s Cradle. Clarington Council joined Gems for Gems to officially open the site on May 16.

“This site has the potential to save a life. I truly hope it’s never needed, but better it’s there and never...

Statement from Mayor Foster on International Day Against Homophobia, Transphobia and Biphobia

Clarington, Ontario – As we mark International Day Against Homophobia, Transphobia and Biphobia, Clarington Mayor Adrian Foster has issued the following statement.

“Today in Clarington, we renew our commitment to foster a culture of inclusion and respect for all people, regardless of their sexual orientation, gender identity and expression.

Far too many 2SLGBTQIA+ people still face discrimination, and we stand with them in their fight for equality and justice. We condemn any form of discrimination...

As Toronto Maple Leafs fall, Clarington Eagles Soar

Clarington, Ontario – As the Clarington Eagles secure their place in the Schmalz Cup playoffs, Clarington Mayor Adrian Foster has issued the following statement.

“Toronto couldn’t pull it off, but Clarington did. On behalf of Clarington Council, I would like to congratulate the Clarington Eagles on their remarkable achievement of reaching the Schmalz Cup finals for the third time in three seasons. This is a testament to their hard work, dedication, and talent. They continue to make our community...

Clarington By-law Officers facing harassment, abuse

Clarington’s Municipal Law Enforcement Officers play an important role in maintaining a safe and vibrant community. They investigate and enforce municipal by-laws such as parking, property standards, zoning,  signs, noise, licensing and more.

Recently, there has been an increase in instances of aggressive, inappropriate and abusive behaviour toward Clarington’s Municipal Law Enforcement Officers. These actions will not be tolerated and have resulted in serious legal consequences.

Municipal Law...