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Canada Post Strike
Posted on Friday, May 23, 2025 09:45 AM
Updated 9:30 a.m., Wednesday, May 27: Updates have been made to the process for External Vendors to collect cheques.
Updated 9:45 a.m., Friday, May 23: The Canadian Union of Postal Workers (C.U.P.W.) has begun legal strike action by launching a nationwide overtime ban for Urban, Rural and Suburban mail carriers. While Canada Post is continuing to operate, customers may experience delays. This strike action would impact mail delivery to and from the City.
Please note that community members are still...

Celebrate National AccessAbility Week 2025 in Oshawa
Posted on Thursday, May 22, 2025 02:53 PM
The City of Oshawa has proclaimed May 25 through May 31 as National AccessAbility Awareness Week (N.A.A.W.) in Oshawa.
Celebrated annually, N.A.A.W.:
- celebrates the valuable contributions and leadership of Canadians with disabilities;
- highlights the work of people, organizations and communities that are removing barriers; and,
- reflects on the ongoing efforts to become a better, more accessible and more inclusive Canada.
The City wishes to recognize the Oshawa Accessibility Advisory Committee (O.A.A...

Oshawa is Blooming: Celebrate the natural beauty of our city
Posted on Thursday, May 22, 2025 10:04 AM
From lush front yards and colourful flower beds to shaded parks and hidden green corners, Oshawa’s natural beauty is a true testament to the pride, care and connection of our residents and dedicated staff. The City of Oshawa is inviting community members to honour our city’s natural beauty in “Oshawa is Blooming,” an online engagement on Connect Oshawa.
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Whether you’re a seasoned gardener, a nature enthusiast, or someone who enjoys a walk in the park, there’s a place for you in this...

Pedal into June: Celebrate Bike Month in Oshawa
Posted on Wednesday, May 21, 2025 04:03 PM
Throughout June, Oshawa community members are invited to participate in the annual Bike Month celebrations and (re)discover the fun of riding a bike.
Cycling offers both physical and mental health benefits. It is a focus of Oshawa’s Active Transportation Master Plan, to improve walking, cycling, and other modes of active transportation opportunities and to promote active lifestyles.
Join us for the following cycling opportunities:
- Saturday, June 7 at 9 a.m.: Oshawa Community Ride starting at the...
Waterfront trail (Farewell St and Harbour Rd) closed
Posted on Tuesday, May 20, 2025 02:39 PM
Durham Region is rehabilitating Farewell St. and completing work on behalf of the City of Oshawa that includes a new north-south multi-use path along its east side.
Alongside these improvements, HOPA Ports is advancing its own infrastructure upgrades at the Port of Oshawa, focusing on construction of a new access way to the East Wharf port lands near the intersection of Farewell Street and Harbour Road.
What: The existing Waterfront Trail connection that travels east of Farewell St. and Harbour...