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Oshawa Fire Services congratulates Deputy Fire Chief Whetham
Posted on Wednesday, January 10, 2024 11:59 AM
The City of Oshawa and Oshawa Fire Services (OFS) are pleased to announce the appointment of Ken Whetham as the City’s newest Deputy Fire Chief, overseeing Professional Development, Emergency Management, and Administrative Support.
Deputy Chief Ken Whetham brings more than 25 years of leadership and emergency services experience to his new role. His public safety career started as a Police Officer before transitioning to Oshawa Fire Services in 2009, initially serving as a firefighter within the...
Oshawa announces new Commissioner of Economic and Development Services
Posted on Monday, January 08, 2024 03:37 PM
The City of Oshawa is delighted to announce the appointment of Anthony Ambra as the new Commissioner of Economic and Development Services.
Mr. Ambra brings extensive experience to his new position, including 20+ years with the Corporation and in the Department. Since joining the City in 2003 as the Manager of Design Services, his responsibilities have progressively evolved from managing the design phase of capital municipal projects to leading the total oversight of capital and growth related...
Community Awards nominations now being accepted
Posted on Tuesday, January 02, 2024 10:30 AM
The City of Oshawa is calling for nominations of individuals, collectives and organizations that have made a positive contribution in the community.
The City is now accepting nominations for the Community Legend Award; and the Oshawa Culture Counts Awards.
Nominations will be accepted until 5 p.m. on Wednesday, January 31, 2024. Oshawa City Council will present recipients with their awards at a Council meeting in spring 2024.
Community Legend AwardThe Community Legend Award recognizes a person of...
Looking back at Oshawa’s 2023
Posted on Tuesday, December 19, 2023 01:47 PM
As the year comes to a close, there is much to celebrate in the City of Oshawa. Planning is well underway for our 100+ Centennial Celebration Year in 2024, but let us not get a head of ourselves. Here is a snapshot of key highlights that shaped our city in 2023:
Investments for the FutureThe City achieved another banner year for building permit values adding nearly $1.5 billion over the past two years.
With proximity to major North American markets, world-class research facilities and a pipeline of...
Oshawa’s Toys for Tickets program wraps up for another generous year
Posted on Friday, December 15, 2023 09:50 AM
The City of Oshawa is celebrating another generous Toys for Tickets campaign raising more than $2,200 in toys for children and youth in need in our community this holiday season.
Motorists who received a parking ticket from the City between November 19 and December 3 had the opportunity to make a contribution in lieu of the penalty payment.
This year, more than $700 in toys were collected at Service Oshawa, and an additional $1,500 was collected in online contributions, which were used to...