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Statement from Mayor Foster on Transgender Day of Visibility

Clarington, Ontario —To mark Transgender Day of Visibility, Clarington Mayor Adrian Foster has issued the following statement.

“Each year on March 31, we mark Transgender Day of Visibility, a celebration of the joy and resilience of transgender, Two-Spirit, and non-binary people across the world. We stand with them in honouring their strength and their unbreakable spirit.

As we strive to increase the visibility of trans people and their achievements, we must also pledge to fight against...

Statement from Mayor Foster on Easter

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

“On behalf of Clarington Council, I want to wish a happy Easter to all those celebrating in our community.

Today marks the holiest day of the Christian calendar. Many families and friends attend church, give thanks for their blessings, and gather to feast. For my family and many others who observe Easter, it is a time to celebrate new beginnings and rebirth. It is a holiday filled with joy and hope.

For...

Clarington’s expertise goes global at Nuclear Energy Summit

Clarington, Ontario – The Municipality of Clarington, as a founding member of the Canadian Association of Nuclear Host Communities (CANHC), joined heads of state, representatives from the nuclear industry and non-governmental organizations at the first-ever Nuclear Energy Summit in Brussels, Belgium, to highlight the role of local government as a partner in safe and responsible nuclear energy production.

“As a proud host community, we are committed to supporting clean energy initiatives that benefit...

Have your say on the new Rose Park playground in Newtonville

Clarington is building a new park in Newtonville, and we’d like to hear from you!

Rose Park, located at 79 Rose Crescent, will enhance the neighbourhood's recreational, leisure and amenity offerings. The parkette will include a junior and senior playground, swings, a shade structure, park pathways, seating, and open green space. The new park is expected to open to the public in fall 2024.

Visit www.clarington.net/RosePark to view the park design and take the survey by April 15, 2024. You can...

Statement from Mayor Foster on International Day to Combat Islamophobia

Clarington, Ontario – As we mark International Day to Combat Islamophobia, Clarington Mayor Adrian Foster has issued the following statement:

“Today, during the Muslim holy month of Ramadan, we mark International Day to Combat Islamophobia. We remember all the people around the world who have been victims of intolerance and religious hatred. In our community and country, prejudice and religious hatred is never acceptable.

We need to embrace every opportunity to promote knowledge and understanding...