News and Public Notices

Clarington stands with the Cowessess First Nation after discovery of 751 unmarked graves

Clarington, Ontario – The Municipality of Clarington is releasing the following statement on behalf of Clarington Mayor Adrian Foster.

"The Municipality of Clarington stands together with the Cowessess First Nation as they begin the process of mourning following the discovery of 751 unmarked graves near the site of the Marieval Indian Residential School in Saskatchewan. The Cowessess First Nation has asked Canadians to stand by them as they address their truth. Clarington stands firmly with you,...

Addressing the legacy of residential schools: Clarington moves toward reconciliation

Clarington, Ontario – As we mark National Indigenous Peoples Day, Clarington Council unanimously passed a motion directing staff to examine the calls to action identified by the Truth and Reconciliation Commission of Canada. Staff will look at the action items specifically directed at municipalities and all levels of government to provide Council with advice on the steps Clarington can take to redress the legacy of residential schools.

“We are deeply saddened at the discovery of multiple unmarked...

Clarington's Orono Town Hall reopens following key accessibility improvements

Clarington, Ontario – Clarington's Orono Town Hall is open again following some key accessibility improvements, including a new elevator and a barrier-free washroom.

The official ribbon-cutting ceremony opening the Orono Town Hall was held earlier today, coinciding with National AccessAbility Week. The ceremony followed all Public Health restrictions with just a few dignitaries on hand.

The total cost for the accessibility improvements was just over $414,000, with $88,007 of the cost funded through...

CEFS helping homeowners after Newtonville fire destroys home

Clarington, Ontario –  Clarington Emergency and Fire Services (CEFS) are helping homeowners pick up the pieces after an accidental fire destroyed their home on Sunday afternoon in Newtonville. The homeowners were able to escape safely but lost everything in the fire. CEFS has asked the Red Cross to assist.

Firefighters were called to the Newtonville home at 4:37 p.m. Five pumpers and five tanker trucks were dispatched, with around 30 firefighters on the scene. A firefighter suffered from smoke...

Clarington charges forward: enhancing accessibility by installing mobility device charging stations

Clarington, Ontario – The Municipality of Clarington has received $58,760 to enhance accessibility in our parks and along our outdoor nature trails by installing charging stations for mobility devices, including scooters and powered wheelchairs. The Clarington Charges Forward initiative is funded in part by a grant from the Inclusive Communities program awarded by the Ministry of Seniors and Accessibility. The program was designed to ‘strengthen communities and provide local opportunities for...