Clarington disappointed by decision to move OPG headquarters

Clarington, Ontario – The Municipality of Clarington is dismayed and disappointed by the Province’s unexpected decision to locate the new Ontario Power Generation (OPG) corporate headquarters outside Clarington.

In 2019, the Provincial Government, alongside OPG, announced plans to build a consolidated headquarters in Clarington, which would bring more than 2,000 jobs to the community. Since that time, this commitment has been a central part of planning for growth and economic development for Clarington — and the loss of revenue and infrastructure to the community will directly impact our community’s plan.

“The Municipality of Clarington has been a host community of the Darlington Nuclear Generating Station for 30 years, and we were pleased when the Province – together with OPG — made a public commitment to build their Headquarters in our community,” said Clarington CAO Mary-Anne Dempster. “Going back on that decision — without any kind of consultation or even a warning — not only deprives our community of investment, but it sets a troubling precedent for future partnerships.”

Over the coming weeks, staff and Council at the Municipality of Clarington will assess the extent of the impact of this move and consider the next steps we will take on behalf of our community.

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Media inquiries:
Municipality of Clarington
Jennifer O’Meara
Communications and Issues Management Specialist
905-260-2844 or jomeara@clarington.net