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Clarington, Ontario – The Municipality of Clarington is proud to celebrate the grand opening of the first municipal cricket pitch at Courtice Memorial Park.

“I am thrilled to announce that Clarington’s first cricket pitch is open.

Clarington, Ontario – The Municipality of Clarington launched a review of the Official Plan at a Special Council Meeting on Tuesday, June 27.

This Plan will guide the municipality as we grow.

Clarington, Ontario – Clarington Mayor Adrian Foster has issued the following statement: 

Clarington, Ontario – The Municipality of Clarington is excited to launch the "Lifeguarding at any Age" program with the support of the 2023-24 Seniors Community Grant program from the Ministry of Seniors and Accessibility. Clarington welcomed the Honourable Raymond Cho, Minister of Seniors and Accessibility, and Member of Provincial Parliament for Durham Todd McCarthy on Wednesday, June 28, to announce the grant, totalling $17,830.

Clarington, Ontario – Clarington Mayor Adrian Foster has issued the following statement:

“This June, we celebrate National Indigenous History Month and National Indigenous Peoples Day, a significant occasion to recognize and honour the invaluable contributions, rich heritage, and vibrant culture of First Nations, Inuit, and Métis Peoples.

This is a remarkable opportunity for our community to come together, engage, and learn from the diverse Indigenous cultures that have shaped our nation.

Clarington, Ontario – Clarington Mayor Adrian Foster has issued the following statement: 

 “Today, the Government of Ontario announced it is expanding strong mayor powers to 26 fast-growing communities with populations of 100,000 or more. Clarington is on that list.

"We were delighted to hear that the Ontario government has announced that a contract has been awarded to advance planning to extend the GO train service to Bowmanville.  

The announcement demonstrates what can be accomplished when different levels of government work together.

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

“ Jun 16, 2023

Clarington, Ontario – Clarington’s Chief Administrative Officer, Mary-Anne Dempster, has issued the following statement:

“Clarington staff have prepared a report outlining proposed changes to the way our emergency and fire services are delivered in the community. The recommendations, which will be considered by Council on June 19, will help to ensure we continue to provide our services in an efficient way and meet the high standard of safety our residents expect and deserve.