News Releases

Oshawa Mayor Carter Statement on Bill 23, the province’s most recent housing supply bill

The following statement is being issued on behalf of Dan Carter, Mayor of the City of Oshawa:

“The City of Oshawa, like other Ontario municipalities, is concerned about the Provincial Government’s passing of Bill 23, More Homes Built Faster Act, as there are unintended consequences that may impact our city economically, socially and environmentally. Bill 23 has numerous changes to the Planning Act, Development Charges Act and Ontario Heritage Act, that will significantly impact how we will plan for...

Share your Holiday Spirit and Oshawa Illuminates!

The City of Oshawa invites community members to help uplift spirits this holiday season by participating in the City of Oshawa’s Share Your Holiday Spirit Contest.

Community members can enter the Share Your Holiday Spirit Contest by submitting a photo at Oshawa.ca/holidaycontest. All outdoor displays that can be seen by those passing by are eligible for the contest, which runs November 28 to December 31, 2022. Three winners will be chosen at random to receive gift bags valued at approximately $100...

Holiday spirit shines at Oshawa’s Bright and Merry Market

It’s a tradition that started more than 30 years ago, the City of Oshawa and community partners are excited to host Bright and Merry Market. Kick-start your holiday spirit at this free annual event on Thursday, November 17 from 5 p.m. to 9 p.m. at City Hall and surrounding area.  Make sure to check out the website at oshawa.ca/merry for full details.    

Bring the family to enjoy live entertainment and watch the lighting of the City’s tree at 7 p.m. Santa will also be on site...

Fall back: change your smoke alarm and carbon monoxide alarm batteries

A working smoke/carbon monoxide alarm is one of the best investments to keep your family safe

Oshawa Fire Services reminds community members to replace the batteries in their smoke alarms and carbon monoxide alarms when setting the clocks back one hour on Sunday, November 6 at 2:00 a.m.

It is required by law that all landlords and homeowners have working smoke alarms on every storey of the home, outside all sleeping areas and in bedrooms as required. Additionally, CO alarms must be installed near...

Durham Region Municipalities Raise 17,867 Pounds of Food to Fight Local Hunger

The Region of Durham and area municipalities are proud to announce they have collectively raised food and funds equivalent to 17,867 pounds of food (or 48,894 meals) for Feed the Need and local food banks – the result of a month-long food drive.

Hunger is an important issue that affects residents from across the Region. With the devastation of the pandemic still causing pressures on the cost of living, more people are using food banks and related services than ever before.

Food and monetary donations...