Community News

Clarington designates the Orono Library under Part IV of the Ontario Heritage Act

The Orono Library has been designated under Part IV of the Ontario Heritage Act, solidifying its place as an integral part of the community’s history.

Located at 127 Church Street North, the property was built in 1882 and features an Italianate architectural style. In 2022, the Clarington Heritage Committee evaluated and recommended its designation due to the building’s cultural heritage value.

In collaboration with Clarington Library, Museums & Archives staff, accessibility upgrades were completed...

Clarington unveils new designs for South Bowmanville Recreation Centre, approves indoor pool

Clarington, Ontario – With shovels set to hit the ground in spring of 2025, Clarington’s new South Bowmanville Recreation Centre design plans are underway. On September 23, Clarington Council also approved the addition of an indoor aquatics facility to the site.

From left to right: Ward 4 Councillor Margaret Zwart, Mayor Adrian Foster, Ward 2 Councillor Lloyd Rang, Ward 1 Councillor Sami Elhajjeh, and Ward 3 and 4 Regional Councillor Willie Woo.

The approved Phase 1 design renderings show the...

Durham Region Municipalities come together to support Feed the Need in Durham

Update: Friday is your last chance to donate to Feed the Need at a Clarington facility. Drop off your non-perishable food donation at a location below or donate online!

Clarington, the Region of Durham and other area municipalities are coming together this National Hunger Action Month to help raise awareness, food donations and funds to fight hunger in the community.

Hunger is an important issue that affects individuals, seniors, and families throughout the Region. As Durham Region continues to...

Residents celebrate new ways to move and play at South Courtice Arena

Clarington, Ontario – On September 21, hundreds of residents joined Clarington Mayor Adrian Foster and members of Council to celebrate the launch of all-new outdoor amenities at South Courtice Arena.

Located at 1595 Prestonvale Road in Courtice, the arena is already a hub of community activity featuring both NHL and Olympic-sized indoor ice pads, an outdoor soccer field and off-leash dog park. Now, it’s also home to Clarington’s first accessible outdoor fitness area, paid for in part by the Government...

Mark National Day for Truth and Reconciliation at an event in Clarington or Durham Region

September 30 is the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation in Canada. It is a day to reflect on and acknowledge the painful legacy of the Residential School System in Canada that separated Indigenous children from their families and communities and stripped away their traditions, culture and languages.

It is a day to honour the children who never returned home, the survivors, their families and communities affected by the legacy of residential schools. Below is a list of initiatives taking...