Community News

Newly transformed Veterans’ Square reopens to public

Clarington, Ontario – Veterans’ Square in Bowmanville has reopened following extensive renovations to create a new vibrant, welcoming, and accessible public space. Mayor Foster and members of Clarington Council, along with representatives from the Royal Canadian Legion Branch 178 and dignitaries, were on site to help mark the occasion.

Mayor Adrian Foster, members of Clarington Council, members of the Royal Canadian Legion Branch 178, and Jamil Jivani, Member of Parliament gather at Vetarans’ Square in...

Statement from Mayor Adrian Foster on Yom Kippur

Clarington, Ontario – At the beginning of the Jewish holy day of Yom Kippur, Clarington Mayor Adrian Foster has issued the following statement.

“I want to wish a blessed Yom Kippur to everyone observing in our community. 

In the Jewish calendar, today marks the holiest day of the year. Yom Kippur, the Day of Atonement, begins at sundown this evening and lasts until nightfall tomorrow. For many of our residents, it is a time for fasting, introspection, attending synagogue, and praying for...

This Fire Prevention Week, make sure your smoke alarms are working for you

Smoke alarms save lives—but only if they’re working and installed correctly. During Fire Prevention Week from October 6 to 12, 2024, Clarington Emergency and fire Services encourages all residents to follow our safety guidelines to ensure their smoke alarms work for them.

Smoke Alarm Guidelines

• Every home in Ontario must have a working smoke alarm on every storey and outside all sleeping areas. For added protection, we recommend installing smoke alarms in every bedroom. Larger homes may require...

Be aware of unpaid parking ticket scam

We have been made aware of a recent scam in the area where residents are receiving text messages and emails from the Municipality about outstanding parking tickets, requesting they pay the outstanding fees online.

The Municipality of Clarington does not provide communications about outstanding parking tickets via text or email. If you receive one, do not click on the link and do not provide any personal or financial information. If you’re unsure about whether your parking ticket is legitimate,...

Statement from Mayor Adrian Foster on National Day for Truth and Reconciliation

Clarington, Ontario – As we mark the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation, Clarington Mayor Adrian Foster has issued the following statement.

“Each year on September 30, we reflect on and acknowledge the painful legacy of the residential school system in Canada. Orange Shirt Day and the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation is a day to honour the resilience and strength of survivors and remember the children who never came home.

Today is an opportunity to deepen our understanding of the...