Press Releases

Durham Region, Oshawa Power and Elexicon Energy partner on E-Mission Electric Vehicle Initiative

Whitby, Ontario – The Regional Municipality of Durham, Oshawa Power and Elexicon Energy have partnered on a region-wide zero emission vehicle (ZEV) education and awareness initiative called E-Mission, with partial funding from Natural Resources Canada.

Launching today, E-Mission includes a wide variety of free and fun opportunities for residents of Durham to learn more about electric vehicles while staying safe during the COVID-19 Pandemic. Residents are urged to capitalize on this limited-time...

Spreading love in Clarington: Local residents donate over $10,000 to the Animal Shelter

Clarington, Ontario – Clarington residents have spread love during the pandemic by donating over $10,000 to our Animal Shelter. These incredible donations help to pay for food and supplies so that Staff can look after the rescued or found animals.

“On behalf of the Municipality of Clarington, I want to thank our residents for your incredible generosity, care and compassion during these difficult times. Our Animal Shelter Staff and the furry creatures they look after are humbled and grateful for your...

Welcome Back: Clarington reopens its facilities offering safe, reliable programs

Clarington, Ontario – The Municipality of Clarington is thrilled to reopen its community centres and welcome residents back indoors to our safe, reliable and affordable programs.

Following all Public Health safety protocols outlined in the Province’s Step Three of Reopening Ontario, Clarington has carefully planned a tiered opening to manage capacity. Starting on Friday, July 16, residents will be able to pre-book ice time and fitness centre workout slots. Bookings for indoor swimming will start...

Bell broadband Internet access now available throughout Clarington

• High-speed Internet services now reaching more than 80% of homes and businesses including rural locations
• Part of Bell's accelerated capital investment program driving the rollout of Canada's next-generation broadband network infrastructure

CLARINGTON, ON, July 7, 2021- The Municipality of Clarington and Bell Canada today announced a major milestone in the rollout of Bell's advanced broadband networks in Ontario's growing Durham Region. Bell has now reached...

Clarington stands with the Cowessess First Nation after discovery of 751 unmarked graves

Clarington, Ontario – The Municipality of Clarington is releasing the following statement on behalf of Clarington Mayor Adrian Foster.

"The Municipality of Clarington stands together with the Cowessess First Nation as they begin the process of mourning following the discovery of 751 unmarked graves near the site of the Marieval Indian Residential School in Saskatchewan. The Cowessess First Nation has asked Canadians to stand by them as they address their truth. Clarington stands firmly with you,...