News and Public Notices

It’s game on as Clarington celebrates the groundbreaking of the South Bowmanville Recreation Centre

Clarington, ON – On Thursday, May 1, Mayor Adrian Foster, members of Council, staff, and construction partners were joined with special guests from the Darlington Soccer Club to officially break ground on the highly anticipated South Bowmanville Recreation Centre, with Phase 1 set to open in 2026. This marks a major milestone for the community and a bright future filled with fun, fitness, and hometown pride.

Councillor Lloyd Rang, Councillor Margaret Zwart, Mayor Adrian Foster, Councillor Sami...

Applications now open for Clarington’s Diversity Leadership Bursary with two awards in 2025

Clarington, Ontario – Clarington is proud to announce that applications are now open for the second annual Diversity Leadership Bursary, offering two graduating Clarington high school students the opportunity to receive a $1,250 bursary to support their educational and career aspirations.

This bursary recognizes students who are actively championing diversity, inclusion, anti-racism, and accessibility in the community. Through their leadership and commitment to positive change, they help make...

Road resurfacing and drainage improvement work to begin next week on Clarington’s roads

From May to September 2025, crews will begin construction to improve the surface of several roads in Clarington. The work includes drainage improvements, asphalt reclamation, grading, resurfacing and slurry seal. Motorists may experience temporary lane closures, short-term road closures and delays on the affected roads.

Taking care of our roads helps keep Clarington a safe and connected community. We appreciate your patience as we make these improvements. Please note timelines are approximate...

What you need to know about the new recreational open-air Burning By-Law

Earlier this year, Clarington Council introduced some updates to the open-air Burning By-Law. This means that some residents with larger properties can now enjoy wood-burning recreational outdoor fires with specific restrictions and no permits are needed.

Gain peace of mind and avoid costly fines by keeping your fires safe and compliant.

For the full list of rules, visit www.clarington.net/OutdoorFireGuide.

Rule #1: Wood-burning recreational fires must meet the safe distance standard.

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Mayor Foster offers condolences on loss of Pope Francis

Clarington, Ontario – The following statement was released by Clarington Mayor Adrian Foster, expressing condolences on the death of Pope Francis. Pope Francis, at age 88, died on Easter Monday.

“The news of the passing of Pope Francis is deeply saddening. On behalf of Council and the Municipality of Clarington, I want to offer our sincere condolences to the Catholic community in Clarington and around the globe.

Pope Francis served the Roman Catholic Church with dedication, exemplifying kindness...