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Clarington Council approves 2021 Municipal Budget with a 2.04% tax levy increase

Clarington, Ontario –  Clarington Council has approved the 2021 Municipal Budget, which includes a 2.04 per cent increase on the Clarington portion of the tax levy. That's an increase of $31.01 per year for the average property.

"This year, Council focused on minimizing spending and trying to make every dollar count," said Clarington Mayor Adrian Foster. "We know that COVID-19 has financially impacted many businesses and residents. That's why this year's increase is tied to inflation and the...

Clarington's Town Hall open by appointment

Clarington, Ontario – Starting on Monday, January 18, 2021, Clarington's Municipal Administrative Centre in Bowmanville (Town Hall) will be open to the public by appointment only. As an essential service provider and a community leader, Clarington supports the Provincial direction to ensure that people leave their homes for essential reasons as outlined in the Provincial order.

Residents looking to access a service should call ahead and make an appointment, 905-623-3379 or fill out our form, www.clarington.net/BookAMeeting....

Emergency child care coming soon for school-age children of eligible workers

Whitby, Ontario – Licensed child care programs for infants, toddlers, preschool and centre-based kindergarten programs will remain open during the province-wide shutdown. However, care of school-age children whose parents are not eligible workers is prohibited from January 4 to 8, 2021, as per the Ontario government’s Safer at Home Restrictions. Full-day care programs for school-age children will only be available for eligible workers, at no cost to families.

The province-wide shutdown announcement...

Region recognizes local accessibility champions

Local businesses and not-for-profit organization recognized for removing accessibility barriers

Clarington, Ontario - Clarington Council recognized two local businesses and a not-for-profit organization for their commitment to accessibility and inclusion during a virtual ceremony held on December 2, 2020. Foodland Newcastle, Hooper’s Jewellers and the Rotary Club of Bowmanville - Grocery Delivery Program were all honoured for taking steps to remove barriers and to ensure that people of all abilities can access their services.

“Congratulations to all organizations who have taken a leadership...