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No time to wait: Mayor Carter renews call for government action on Public Health Crisis
Posted on Friday, May 16, 2025 01:57 PM
In response to recent events, Mayor Dan Carter issues the following statement, renewing the City’s urgent call for unified government action to address Ontario’s escalating public health crisis:
Just 48 hours ago, gun violence struck our downtown – a shocking act that does not reflect who we are. Oshawa is a city built on kindness, compassion and respect. We will not tolerate lawless behaviour that threatens our safety or damages our community. We will not stand silent.
As your mayor, I’ve...
First two splash pads open in Oshawa - more opening May 21
Posted on Wednesday, May 14, 2025 09:18 AM
The City of Oshawa is preparing for the warmer weather by planning the opening of a variety of cooling options for the season.
Splash padsThe following splash pads will open on Wednesday, May 14:
- Delpark Homes Centre (accessible splash pad)
- Lakeview Park (accessible splash pad)
Additional splash pads will be available on Wednesday, May 21. The City’s splash pads operate daily from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. until Labour Day (September 1), with hours extended to dusk during heat alerts.
For more information...
Property Tax Bills Issued & Potential Service Disruption
Posted on Monday, May 12, 2025 11:30 AM
Oshawa property owners are advised that 2025 Final Property Tax Bills have been issued.
Key Dates and Reminders:
- May 2025: 2025 Final Tax Bills are issued.
- May 31, 2025: If property owners have not received their Final Property Tax Bill by this date, they are encouraged to reach out to Taxation Services at [email protected].
- June 30, 2025: Payment due date. Late payment fees will be applied to payments received after this date.
Property owners are advised that a possible Canada Post service disruption...
Kick off Indigenous History Month with the Indigenous Cultural Celebration
Posted on Friday, May 09, 2025 11:05 AM
The City of Oshawa is excited to invite all community members to the Indigenous Cultural Celebration on Saturday, May 31, at Ed Broadbent Waterfront Park (169 Harbour Rd.). This event marks the beginning of Indigenous History Month, celebrating the rich and diverse cultures of the Indigenous Peoples of Turtle Island.
Recently recognized by Festivals and Events Ontario, the Indigenous Cultural Celebration has received awards for Best New Festival, Top 100 Festival and the FEO Impact Award.
The...
Go behind the scenes with Oshawa’s 1st Annual “Public Works at Work” event
Posted on Wednesday, May 07, 2025 10:50 AM
The City of Oshawa is thrilled to announce an exciting upcoming new event, Public Works at Work: Trucks, Tools and More! This family-friendly event will take place on Thursday, May 22 from 4:30 p.m. to 8 p.m. at the Consolidated Operations Depot, 199 Wentworth St. E.
In celebration of National Public Works Week (May 18 to 24), community members will have the opportunity to go behind the scenes with site tours, see the impressive trucks, enjoy the family zone, indulge in delicious offerings from...
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