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Metrolinx Notice: Soil characterization work at Farewell Street Bridge
Posted on Thursday, June 26, 2025 03:35 PM
Metrolinx is preparing for the future Bowmanville Extension project, which will extend Lakeshore East GO rail service through Central Oshawa to Courtice and Bowmanville.
Why: XS Soil Solutions Inc. and its subcontractor (Strata Drilling Group) will be at Farewell Street Pedestrian Bridge conducting soil characterization sampling. This geotechnical investigation is critical to help inform the design and construction planning of future infrastructure upgrades that will improve transit in your...
Wild Parsnip and Cow Parsnip are back for the season
Posted on Thursday, June 26, 2025 01:22 PM
Wild Parsnip and Cow Parsnip are now flowering in Oshawa. The plants look like colourful wildflowers often found along the edges of parks, open spaces, trails and roadsides until the autumn. However, these toxic weeds are a growing concern across Ontario and can pose a health risk to people and pets.
The plant sap contains compounds that can burn the skin or eyes, becoming even worse when exposed to sunlight. Symptoms typically occur within 48 hours and consist of painful blisters that may...
Canada Day Celebration Road Closure
Posted on Thursday, June 19, 2025 10:54 AM
Road closures in effect for the City of Oshawa's Canada Day Celebration, including Simcoe St., Valley Dr., and Lakeview Park Ave.
When: July 1, 2025, beginning at 7 a.m. until 12 a.m.
Where: Impacted roads include Simcoe St., south of Harbour Rd., Valley Dr., from Ritson Rd. to Simcoe St., and Lakeview Park Ave., from Ritson Rd. to Simcoe St.
Why: City of Oshawa's Canada Day Celebration
Civic Recreation Complex Washroom Repairs
Posted on Wednesday, June 18, 2025 05:37 PM
The main floor washrooms at the Civic Recreation Complex are closed for construction and repair until further notice. Community members are asked to use alternative washrooms at the Civic Fieldhouse while construction is ongoing.
City launches AI-powered search engine to help local businesses access funding opportunities
Posted on Thursday, June 12, 2025 11:00 AM
In response to ongoing global trade challenges and economic uncertainty, the City of Oshawa has partnered with Fundica, a leading AI-powered funding search engine, to help local businesses more easily identify and access financial support.
The new tool, now available through the City’s website, empowers Oshawa-based businesses to search for relevant government and private sector funding opportunities tailored to their needs.
This initiative was shaped by recent input received through Oshawa...
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