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Leading together for a stronger Oshawa and Ontario: City presents solutions and opportunities at AMO

At the 2025 Association of Municipalities of Ontario Conference, Oshawa Mayor Dan Carter, alongside Economic and Development Services Committee Chair Tito-Dante Marimpietri (Alternate Deputy Mayor) and Economic and Development Services Committee Vice-Chair Bob Chapman (Deputy Mayor), championed the importance of innovation, collaboration, economic resilience and partnerships. Together, they discussed solution-focused opportunities that will strengthen Oshawa and contribute to a stronger Ontario...

Oshawa burn ban has been lifted

Community members are advised that the fire ban for burn permits issued on August 11, 2025 was lifted today by Oshawa Fire Services.

Oshawa Fire Services reminds residents that while the burn ban has been lifted, everyone must continue to follow the City’s Open Air Burning By-law.

Only those individuals with an approved fire permit respecting the Open Air Burning By-law are allowed to burn. All other burning is prohibited.

Thank you for your cooperation in keeping our community safe.

Open...

Events in the Park summer series continues with free shows in August

The City of Oshawa’s Events in the Park series, presented by TD Bank, continues into August with an exciting lineup of performances at Ed Broadbent Waterfront Park.

Events schedule:

• Thursday, August 7 the Barns2Beaches Music Tour, presented by Durham Tourism, will feature emerging Canadian artists performing original songs and classic hits from 6–10 p.m.

• Thursday August 14, Theatre on the Ridge will showcase a multimedia performance from 7-8:30 p.m. that combines storytelling and songs to explore...

August 2025 Days of Significance

The City of Oshawa celebrates the rich tapestry of cultures, voices, and stories that shape our community. We honour the vibrant spirit of diversity and mark meaningful days and milestones that echo our values and bring us together in reflection, unity, and pride.

Below is a list of days of significance recognized this August. Visit calendar.oshawa.ca or oshawa.ca/DEI to see if any virtual or in-person events are scheduled to mark these occasions:

August 1 Emancipation Day

August 9 International Day of...

E-scooter pilot program returns to Oshawa: safety rules and guidelines for riders

Ride-sharing e-scooters and e-bikes return to the City of Oshawa on August 5 as part of the shared e-mobility pilot project.

Community members are reminded to be courteous and follow these safety rules when using an e-bike or e-scooter in Oshawa:

• Riders must be 16 or older to use an e-scooter
• Helmets are mandatory for riders under 18 years old and encouraged for all riders
• Only one person can ride an e-scooter at a time
• The maximum speed limit is 20 km/hr
• For the safety of pedestrians, e-scooters are...