News and Public Notices

Public Meeting: Proposed policy updates to ease restrictions on Additional Dwelling Units

You're invited! Join us at a Statutory Public Meeting to discuss proposed amendments to the Municipality’s Official Plan and Zoning By-laws. The proposed changes are intended to cut the red tape on developing additional dwelling units on your property as well as additional amendments regarding farm buildings and open space.

Proposed Amendments to Clarington's Official Plan

• Amend the Implementation Section of the Official Plan in order to provide alternative notice policies for amendments to the...

Celebrate Recreation and Parks Month with our exciting lineup of activities and events

June is Recreation and Parks Month (JRPM)! Clarington is celebrating with a calendar of free or low-cost programs promoting the benefits of recreation, parks and being active.

Newcastle Community Park Opening

Start the month with a bang and join us at the Newcastle Community Park official opening, located adjacent to Diane Hamre Recreation Complex. Join us on June 1 from 3 to 6 p.m. for a free family event, including indoor and outdoor family activities, games, crafts, and a free swim from 3:30 to...

Orono Arena undergoing $3M renovation to extend its lifespan another 15 years

The Orono Arena is getting some upgrades this summer! Construction is underway to complete necessary upgrades that will extend the arena’s lifespan by another 15 years. The $3M renovation project includes replacing the refrigerated floor under the ice pad, upgrading the changing rooms and shower areas, and replacing the rubber flooring throughout the arena. The ice pad will also see new rink boards and a heated penalty box.

The arena is expected to reopen in September. The upstairs multi-purpose...

Clarington meets target for new housing starts, denied Provincial funding

Clarington, Ontario – As municipalities across Ontario are being rewarded with funding for achieving their housing targets, Clarington has been denied its share.

Clarington achieved 955 new housing unit starts in 2023, exceeding the target of 953 set by the Province of Ontario and making the Municipality eligible for about $4 million from the Provincial Building Faster Fund. However, the Province of Ontario claims that Clarington only achieved 506 unit starts—or 53 per cent of its target—making...

Unlock summer fun: Explore Clarington’s new summer recreation programs

Summer is the perfect time to try something new. Our affordable and exciting recreation, fitness, 55+ Active Adults and swimming programs are a great way to meet new people, learn new skills, and have fun this summer.

You can browse our summer programs today at www.clarington.net/BeActive, where you can sign up for an account, add your favourites to your wish list, update your profile and find more information.

Registration starts Wednesday, June 12 at 7 a.m. We encourage you to set aside some time...