News and Public Notices

Session 2 of outdoor fitness classes is now available for registration

As Clarington moves into Step Two of the province's Roadmap to Reopening we are able to offer a second six-week session of group fitness classes. During Step Two, all fitness classes will be held outdoors. Our facilities, including washrooms and change rooms, will remain closed and unavailable for use. Please come dressed and ready for class. In the event of inclement or extreme weather, classes will be cancelled, participants notified, and credits applied where applicable. We encourage participants...

Canada Day the Durham Way virtual programming not taking place this year

Whitby, Ontario – Residents are advised that the Canada Day the Durham Way virtual programming, originally scheduled for Canada Day, will not be taking place on July 1.

Instead, the Region of Durham is asking residents to reflect on our relationships—both past and present—with Indigenous communities, and to move forward with reconciliation in our hearts, minds and actions. Residents are encouraged to take time to be open and honest about our historic and present-day relationship with the First...

Statement from Regional Chair John Henry on Canada Day

Whitby, Ontario – The following statement is being issued on behalf of John Henry, Regional Chair and Chief Executive Officer:

“In light of the recent discoveries in British Columbia and Saskatchewan, and in solidarity and respect for Indigenous neighbours, on Canada Day I encourage all residents to take this time to reflect on our relationships—both past and present—with Indigenous Peoples, and to move forward with reconciliation in our hearts, minds and actions.

The unacceptable truth is that there...

Health Department has received Pfizer vaccine shipment that was delayed earlier this week

Whitby, Ontario - Durham Region Health Department has now received the shipment of Pfizer vaccine that was delayed earlier this week. This delay, which was noted by the Health Department on June 20, affected the supply of Pfizer vaccine at Durham Region mass immunization clinics resulting in the Health Department administering Moderna vaccine at area clinics for appointments booked by individuals 18 and older.

With this shipment, the Health Department will resume providing Pfizer vaccine...

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,...