Community News

Statement from Mayor Adrian Foster on Emancipation Day

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

“Emancipation Day commemorates the Slavery Abolition Act, which took effect on August 1, 1834, and opened the path to freedom for so many in Canada and other British colonies. Today, we confront the terrible history of slavery of Black and Indigenous peoples in Canada. This horrific legacy has had an intergenerational impact on people in our community and across the country.

The...

We’re on the hunt for a new park name! 

Clarington: we need your creativity.

We’re building a new neighbourhood park at 3301 Middle Road in Bowmanville – and it needs a name!

Set to open in late fall 2024, the new park will feature:

• An accessible playground
• Large shade structure
• Splash pad
• Softball diamond including a backstop, outfield fence, spectator seating and supporting amenities
• Significant landscaping including tree planting and naturalized zones
• Benches and seating
• Paved walkways and a parking lot

Our park naming policies dictate that...

Clarington bans rodenticides at recreation facilities

Clarington has banned the use of rodenticides at all Municipal recreation facilities as of July 1, 2024.

In response to concerns raised by residents about how rodenticide use can be unintentionally harmful to other wildlife, pets, and children, Clarington conducted a successful pilot project at the Courtice Community Complex in the first half of 2024. The project demonstrated that identifying and addressing potential access points and using traps kept mice and rats out of the facility just as...

Mayor Foster issues statement of condolence on the loss of Jill Richardson

Clarington, Ontario – The following statement has been issued by Clarington Mayor Adrian Foster, expressing condolences on the death of Marigold Hospice Care board member Jill Richardson.

“I am profoundly saddened by the passing of Clarington’s Jill Richardson. This is a heartbreaking loss for our community and all those lucky enough to know this incredible citizen.

As a fierce advocate for hospice, Jill’s work was essential in making the construction of the Marigold Hospice Care a reality....

Joint Statement From Whitby, Clarington and Belleville Regarding Elexicon Holdings

Clarington, Ontario – In light of a recent announcement from the municipalities of Ajax and Pickering regarding their decision to explore selling their shares in Elexicon Energy, the municipalities of Whitby, Clarington, and Belleville have confirmed their continued commitment as majority shareholders.

Elexicon Energy provides reliable and sustainable energy solutions to our communities while driving economic growth and fostering innovation.

As majority shareholders, the municipalities of Whitby,...