News and Public Notices

Clarington is getting spruced up with forestry work

Certain residential areas will benefit from forestry work that keeps our neighborhoods beautiful, our community safe and our trees healthy. In the coming weeks, crews will be conducting block pruning, which may cause minor disruptions for pedestrian traffic.

Block pruning is an important practice that promotes safe tree structure while improving the overall health of our trees. This work will involve:

• Removing dead, diseased, broken or dangerous branches
• Pruning for clearance over roadways, public...

Statement from Mayor Foster on International Transgender Day of Visibility

Clarington, Ontario – As we mark International Transgender Day of Visibility, Clarington Mayor Adrian Foster has issued the following statement.

“Today, we celebrate the vibrant and fearless authenticity of the transgender community in Clarington and beyond. On Transgender Day of Visibility, we honour the joy and strength of transgender, Two-Spirit, and non-binary people.

In Clarington, we strive to be a place where everyone feels welcomed and safe to be who they are, free from fear of...

Clarington’s first-ever Year in Review highlights progress on key community priorities in 2024

Clarington, ON - On March 24, The Municipality of Clarington released its first-ever Year in Review with over 60 stories that highlight progress in 2024 on community priorities outlined in the 2024-27 Strategic Plan. Readers get an inside look at many fresh ideas and firsts for the Municipality of Clarington, helping to pave the way toward a vibrant future for residents and businesses to continue to thrive in.

Read the 2024 Year in Review to see the progress in making Clarington’s priorities a...

March 20 Update: Fire in Downtown Bowmanville

Update: March 20 at 10 a.m. - Please see Durham Regional Police Service Update #3 on the fire in Downtown Bowmanville. As a community, Clarington is grieving. If you or someone you know is struggling with the emotional impact of this loss, support is available.

King Street West, from Scugog Street to Silver Street, has been reopened to pedestrians and traffic. Crews have now moved to the back of the building to continue demolition work on units 69-75a. For your safety, please respect the fencing...

Don’t miss out: Clarington Summer Camp registration begins April 9

Our Summer Camp sneak peek starts today! Get ready to register starting Wednesday, April 9 at 7 a.m. Don’t miss out on a fantastic camp experience for children ages four to 16 years!

Get ready to register

You can browse our summer camp and extended care programs today at www.clarington.net/BeActive, where you can sign up for an account, add your favourites to your wish list, update your account and find more information.

You can also print or download our 2025 Guide to Clarington Summer Camps where...