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City of Oshawa Honours Businesses and Community Member with Accessibility Improvement Awards
Posted on Friday, June 06, 2025 12:04 PM
On Thursday, June 5, following a successful National AccessAbility Week (May 25 – 31) in Oshawa, City Council together with the Oshawa Accessibility Advisory Committee (O.A.A.C.) honoured businesses and residents who have improved access for individuals with disabilities throughout the city. The Accessibility Improvement Awards recognize the outstanding contributions made within the community resulting in greater opportunities for people to live, work and play.
The recipients of this year’s...
Share your voice to create a more inclusive and equitable Oshawa
Posted on Thursday, June 05, 2025 03:52 PM
The City of Oshawa is recruiting community representatives to join its Community Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Committee (C.D.E.I.C.).
The C.D.E.I.C. includes individuals from all backgrounds who are dedicated to creating a welcoming and inclusive environment for everyone. Whether you have experience in advocacy, community organizing, program or policy development, or simply a passion for social justice, we welcome your unique perspective and talents.
The C.D.E.I.C. is recruiting people who...
Oshawa's Summer Kick-Off: Festivals, Events and Increased Traffic – Plan Ahead!
Posted on Thursday, June 05, 2025 09:16 AM
As the warm weather returns and summer approaches, the City of Oshawa is excited to welcome the vibrant season of festivals and community events. From June 6 to 8, several events will be taking place across Oshawa and in nearby communities, bringing people together to celebrate, connect, and enjoy all that our city and region has to offer.
The City is excited to present the 21st annual Peony Festival on Saturday, June 7 and Sunday, June 8 at the Oshawa Valley Botanical Gardens (155 Arena St.)....
From campus to community: Oshawa students driving change
Posted on Wednesday, June 04, 2025 08:00 AM
As convocation season gets underway in Oshawa, we proudly celebrate the achievements of students from Durham College, Ontario Tech University and Trent University Durham GTA. Each year, our city is home to 35,000 full-time students whose energy and ideas fuel innovation, research and a vibrant talent pipeline for businesses across all sectors.
Through initiatives like TeachingCity Oshawa, a collaboration between the City and its academic and research partners, we’re addressing urban challenges...
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June 2025 Days of Significance
Posted on Monday, June 02, 2025 09:44 AM
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 June. Visit calendar.oshawa.ca or oshawa.ca/DEI to see if any virtual or in-person events are scheduled to mark these occasions:
National Indigenous History Month
Pride Month
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