News and Public Notices

Clarington Council celebrates upgrades at Stuart Park in Courtice

Clarington, Ontario – Stuart Park is home to Courtice’s first outdoor municipal pickleball courts.

On September 22, Clarington Mayor Adrian Foster and members of Council held a ribbon-cutting ceremony to officially reopen Stuart Park. They were joined by municipal staff, members of local pickleball clubs and 55+ Active Adults.

“I am excited to recognize the completion of this beautiful park restoration and the opening of Courtice’s first outdoor pickleball courts. Residents passionate about this...

Statement from Mayor Adrian Foster on the recent protests in Durham

Clarington, Ontario – Clarington Mayor Adrian Foster has released the following statement concerning the recent protests in Durham Region.

“Clarington is an inclusive community where everyone is welcome to live authentically and with pride. We value equity, diversity, love, and acceptance. We are committed to supporting our 2SLGBTQIA+ community. Today and every day, I want to state clearly that hate and intolerance have no place in Clarington. Be kind to one another."

Statement from Mayor Adrian Foster on Clarington This Week halting print publication:

Clarington, Ontario – Clarington Mayor Adrian Foster has released the following statement after the announcement that Metroland Media has sought bankruptcy protection and will cease the print publication of Clarington This Week and its other weekly community newspapers.

“I am saddened to hear that we are losing print editions of the Clarington This Week. This newspaper had a long tradition of bringing local journalism to Clarington's doorsteps.

While times are changing, what has stayed the same is...

Bowmanville Leash-Free Dog Park to close September 26 to 28 for parking lot reconstruction

The Bowmanville Leash-Free Dog Park will be closed from Tuesday, September 26, to Thursday, September 28, 2023, while crews complete reconstruction work on the parking lot.

We apologize for the inconvenience and look forward to welcoming you back to the dog park on Friday, September 29.

Have your say on Clarington’s Draft Strategic Plan

Clarington, Ontario – Clarington is developing a new Strategic Plan to outline its goals and vision for the next four years. The Draft Strategic Plan is now available, and Clarington is welcoming feedback from the community before the plan is finalized. We want to ensure that we got it right!

“Input from residents is essential to ensure this plan captures the priorities of the community and that Clarington keeps its reputation as one of the happiest places to live in Canada,” said Clarington...