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As residents across Clarington step outside to embrace sunshine, warm weather – and all the activities that come with it – they may be surprised to learn that their favourite neighbourhood park is doing a lot more than filling free time: it’s also having a significant impact on reducing the negative effects of Climate Change.

More than 70 parks and lots of preserved green space can be found across Clarington – and the benefits stretch beyond offering residents a place to play, take an afternoon.

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Clarington, Ontario – June is National Indigenous History Month in Canada; Clarington Mayor Adrian Foster has issued the following statement.

“This month, we honour the history, strength, and contributions of Indigenous Peoples here in Clarington and across Canada.

Clarington, Ontario – More than a thousand residents joined Mayor Adrian Foster and members of Council on June 1 to celebrate the official opening of Newcastle Community Park, located on the west side of the

Clarington, Ontario – As we mark Pride Month, Clarington Mayor Adrian Foster has issued the following statement.

“Pride Month is a time to celebrate our 2SLGBTQIA+ community.

Clarington, Ontario – The newly launched Central and Eastern Ontario Isotope Alliance (CEOIA) will increase awareness of the area’s role in Canada’s larger isotope ecosystem and create opportunities that leverage its strengths and assets.

The CEOIA, which launched Friday, is a joint initiative between the Municipality of Clarington, the Canadian Nuclear Isotope Council (CNIC), Ontario Power Generation (OPG) subsidiary Laurentis Energy Partners (Laurentis), and OPG, in partnership with RS.

The Orono Arena is getting some upgrades this summer! Construction is underway to complete necessary upgrades that will extend the arena’s lifespan by another 15 years. The $3M renovation project includes replacing the refrigerated floor under the ice pad, upgrading the changing rooms and shower areas, and replacing the rubber flooring throughout the arena.

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Clarington, Ontario – As municipalities across Ontario are being rewarded with funding for achieving their housing targets, Clarington has been denied its share.

Clarington achieved 955 new housing unit starts in 2023, exceeding the target of 953 set by the Province of Ontario and making the Municipality eligible for about $4 million from the Provincial Building Faster Fund.

Clarington, Ontario – As we mark International Day Against Homophobia, Transphobia and Biphobia, Clarington Mayor Adrian Foster has issued the following statement.

“Today in Clarington, we renew our commitment to foster a culture of inclusion and respect for all people, regardless of their sexual orientation, gender identity and expression.

Clarington, Ontario – To mark Red Dress Day, also known as National Day of Awareness for Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women, Girls and Two-Spirit People Clarington Mayor Adrian Foster has issued the following statement:

“Today, we remember the Indigenous women, girls and Two-Spirit People who have gone missing or been murdered in Canada. We honour all the lives lost and those whose lives have been forever changed by this violence.