Community News

Statement from Mayor Foster on the Downtown Bowmanville Fire Fatality

Clarington, Ontario – In the aftermath of a fire in downtown Bowmanville, Clarington Mayor Adrian Foster has issued the following statement.

“Our community stands in profound shock and deep sorrow. The tragic loss of a resident in the devastating downtown Bowmanville fire has impacted us all.

Since the first reports of flames, we have been deeply concerned for those living above the shops. As our worst fears are realized, our sympathies go out to the family, friends, and everyone mourning this...

March 10 Update: Fire in Downtown Bowmanville

Update March 10 at 3 p.m. - The Office of the Ontario Fire Marshal (OFM) is continuing their fire investigation, which is anticipated to continue through this week. To allow better access for investigation, the OFM will begin precise excavation to remove portions of some buildings, which may include front facades.

Once the investigation has concluded, decisions will be made about the structural integrity of surrounding buildings and orders will be issued to property owners to outline next steps.

March 9 Update: Fire in downtown Bowmanville

Update March 9 at 1 p.m. - Clarington continues to work through response and recovery to the tragic fire in downtown Bowmanville on March 6. As of March 9, the site remains under investigation by the Ontario Fire Marshal.

Durham Region’s Emergency Social Services Team continues to support displaced residents with immediate needs and pathways to income and employment support and longer-term housing.

Supporting displaced residents with donations

Clarington is a community that cares, and it has been...

Statement from Mayor Adrian Foster on International Women’s Day

Clarington, Ontario – As we mark International Women’s Day, Clarington Mayor Adrian Foster has issued the following statement.

“On International Women’s Day, we celebrate the extraordinary social, economic, cultural, and political achievements of women and girls in Clarington and around the globe. Thanks to the persistent efforts of determined women throughout history, we have made hard-won strides toward gender equality.

Yet, for women and their allies, there is still much work to be done to...

Statement from Mayor Adrian Foster on Downtown Bowmanville Fire

Clarington, Ontario – As Clarington Emergency and Fire Services responds to a fire in downtown Bowmanville on Thursday, March 6, Clarington Mayor Adrian Foster has issued the following statement.

“This morning, our community is heartbroken by a devastating fire in downtown Bowmanville. Our hearts go out to everyone impacted.

We are sorrowful for the people who have lost their homes and businesses. As a community, we are grieving for the damage done to Historic Downtown Bowmanville—a beloved spot...