Public Notices

Winter parking effective December 1

The community is reminded that changes to on street parking for the winter season will be in effect beginning on Wednesday, December 1 through to April 1.

Community members are reminded that:

• On street parking is not permitted on Oshawa streets between the hours of 2:00 a.m. and 6:00 a.m., from December 1 to April 1. Vehicles may be ticketed and/or towed during that time, regardless of snow clearing operations and weather conditions.
• In addition to the 2:00 a.m. to 6:00 a.m. regulations, vehicles...

Pay your parking ticket in toy donations this holiday season

Toys for Tickets, a popular City of Oshawa program returns this holiday season. The program offers motorists who receive a parking ticket under $100 between Thursday, November 17 and Thursday, December 1, 2022 (inclusive) the opportunity to make a contribution to the annual toy drive in lieu of payment.

Community members wishing to participate in the program can make a contribution online at Oshawa.ca/payticket on December 1, 2, and 3. All contributions will go to the Durham Regional Police Service...

Region hosting community events; seeks input about Simcoe Street Rapid Transit Visioning Study

The Region of Durham and the City of Oshawa are working together on the Simcoe Street Rapid Transit Visioning Study and an Initial Business Case (IBC); seeking input from residents to help identify the most suitable form of rapid transit and associated benefits for the Simcoe Street corridor—between Highway 407 and Lakeview Park Beach.

The Simcoe Street Rapid Transit Visioning Study will guide how Simcoe Street in Oshawa will evolve and grow—with a focus on mobility, sustainability, equity, economic...

New Oshawa Community Grant Program to come into effect in 2023

The City of Oshawa will begin accepting applications December 1 for the new Community Grant Program, which provides support to community groups and organizations in Oshawa and comes into effect in 2023.

Oshawa City Council approved the new Community Grant Program in October 2021. It offers support under the following four programs:

• Arts, Culture and Heritage Events – funds to support the development and delivery of events, festivals, celebrations and gatherings in Oshawa.

• Arts, Culture and Heritage –

Report coyote sightings to Service Oshawa

At this time of year, urban communities often experience an increase in coyote sightings and activity. Residents are urged to report coyote sightings to Service Oshawa online service.oshawa.ca, by email [email protected] or by telephone 905-436-3311.

Coyotes can adapt to urban environments and lose their fear of humans often due to food sources readily available in our neighbourhoods. By reporting wildlife sightings, you are helping the City to monitor common locations. 

How can I prevent coyotes...