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Unlock Oshawa’s history: Explore hidden gems during Doors Open

The City of Oshawa invites community members to celebrate Oshawa’s rich history with free admission during Doors Open. Join the community on Saturday, May 3 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., to celebrate and explore the architecture and heritage of Oshawa by visiting unique buildings and sites across the city.

This free event offers residents a chance to discover and learn more about the buildings and sites that shaped Oshawa’s history and culture. Many of these locations are not typically open to the...

Call for Artists: Art & Culture in the Hall Temporary Exhibitions

The City of Oshawa is excited to invite local artists to submit proposals for temporary exhibitions to be displayed at Art & Culture in the Hall, located outside Council Chambers at City Hall (50 Centre Street South).

Up to four artists will be selected. All forms of 2-dimensional and 3-dimensional art, including multidisciplinary artworks, are eligible for submission. Exhibitions will be on display from October 2025 to January 2026. Submissions will be accepted until 12 p.m. on Friday, May 9,...

Construction commences on Bond Simcoe Urban Square

The City of Oshawa is pleased to share that construction is underway on the Bond Simcoe Urban Square, located in downtown Oshawa at the intersection of Bond St. E. and Simcoe St. N. This innovative urban space is set to become a vibrant hub for community celebrations and events in the heart of our downtown.

Current work involves preparing the site for underground services (including demolition and removals, site excavation and site servicing), subgrade elevations, and granular base installation.

Come together for Community Cleanup Week

With spring in the air, it’s the perfect opportunity to be outside and active in our community by participating in the City’s annual Community Cleanup Week.

The kick-off week takes place April 22-25 and welcomes groups of all sizes who are interested in volunteering to clean up our parks, green spaces, trails and schoolyards. Registered participants will be provided free garbage bags and gloves (while supplies last) and will receive a Certificate of Appreciation for their contribution to the...

Get ready for summer camp registration!

Summer camp registration opens at 9 a.m. on Tuesday, April 8—be prepared to secure your spot!

Due to high demand, website delays may occur. To enhance your experience, the City has increased system capacity and added a queue on activeOshawa Online.

Be Prepared

Explore camp options at oshawa.ca/Camps. Registration is available online and in person (phone-in registration is not available). Service Oshawa can assist with questions about the registration process.

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